A Minstrel in France

A Minstrel in France is a memoir written by Sir Harry Lauder, a Scottish singer and comedian. The book details his experiences entertaining troops during World War I in France. Lauder writes about the challenges and dangers of performing in war zones, as well as the camaraderie he shared with soldiers. He also shares anecdotes about his interactions with high-ranking military officials and his impressions of French culture. The book offers a unique perspective on the war from the point of view of a performer and provides insight into the morale-boosting role that entertainment played for soldiers during the conflict.1918. Sir Harry Lauder was the most successful star of the English music halls in the first quarter of the twentieth century. Scotland's image in the world today owes much to the caricature presented by Harry Lauder's stage performances. His extravagant highland dress, glengarry at a jaunty angle, humor, ultra-thrifty attitudes and sentimental songs endeared him to many audiences. A Minstrel in France is the account of the Scottish performer's travels and experiences entertaining the troops in England France and America during World War I. This despite his son, Captain John Lauder of the First 8th Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders, having been killed in a battle in France. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.