Ian Hay eBooks
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The First Hundred Thousand. E-book. Formato EPUB Ian Hay - World War Classics, 2018 -
The First Hundred Thousand tells the story in novel form of an infantry unit of Kitchener's volunteer army from its formation in August 1914 to its recovery after its first great battle - Loos in September 1915. Told by Ian Hay Beith in a style of humour that rings strange to the modern civilian ear, it is perfectly in tune with that mood that British soldiers from Hastings to Basra have relied upon for support when only humour is left to counter the absurdities of military service. It could be the Catch-22 of World War 1. The unit, in fact the 10th Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, formed part of the 9th (Scottish) Division which proved itself to be one of the toughest and most reliable Divisions in the Army on the Western Front. The author not only captures the mood of the times but also the character of the unit and of its officers and men. It is easily recognisable by anyone who has served in a Scottish Regiment of the British Army. The book stands with other prose descriptions of the conflict, in contrast to much of the poetry, as a tribute to the cause, the fight to prevent German hegemony in Europe, and the men that served Britain in arguably her darkest hour. Well worth reading for a flavour of how the war was perceived at the time by some of the less sensitive souls caught up in it.
The Middle Watch (1910)A Romance of the Navy. E-book. Formato EPUB Ian Hay - Librorium Editions, 2020 -
His Majesty's cruiser Falcon, surrounded by sundry big and little sisters, lay moored in the famous Sparrow Inlet, the principal harbour of Fan Yan Island, on the North China coast. Her hundred and seventy-five feet of pearl-white length was reflected in the glassy blue water; a pale wisp of smoke floated delicately above her after-funnel. From her quarter-deck proceeded sounds of music—or rather, of modern jazz.
PipA Romance of Youth. E-book. Formato EPUB Ian Hay - Passerino, 2023 -
Pip - A Romance of Youth is a novel by British author Ian Hay, originally published in 1917. The novel is a coming-of-age story set in England during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and follows the adventures of Philip "Pip" Vaughan, a young man from a middle-class family who aspires to become a successful author."Pip: A Romance of Youth" is a charming and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of young people in early 20th century England. It is a timeless story of love, ambition, and self-discovery that continues to resonate with readers today.Ian Hay is the pseudonym used by John Hay Beith (1876-1952), a Scottish novelist, playwright, and essayist. He was born in Fife, Scotland, and educated at Fettes College and the University of Edinburgh. After graduating, he worked as a schoolmaster for several years before serving in the British Army during World War I.Ian Hay's works have been widely read and enjoyed by audiences for over a century, and his legacy continues to influence modern writers and entertainers.