Billy And The Major (1918)

Billy And The Major is a novel written by Emma Speed Sampson and published in 1918. The story follows a young boy named Billy, who is sent to live with his uncle, Major Dabney, after the death of his mother. Major Dabney is a stern and strict man, but Billy soon learns to appreciate his uncle's discipline and guidance. As Billy grows up under the Major's care, he becomes a responsible and honorable young man. However, when World War I breaks out, Billy is eager to join the fight and serve his country. Despite his uncle's reservations, Billy enlists in the army and is sent to fight in France. The novel explores themes of family, duty, and patriotism as Billy navigates the challenges of war and the complexities of his relationship with his uncle. Sampson's writing is praised for its vivid descriptions of life in the trenches and the emotional toll of battle. Overall, Billy And The Major is a heartwarming and inspiring story of a young man's journey to maturity and his commitment to his country.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.