A Minstrel in France

By Harry Lauder

Book Overview

""A Minstrel in France"" is a memoir written by Sir Harry Lauder, a Scottish singer and comedian, about his experiences entertaining troops during World War I. The book recounts Lauder's travels to France to perform for soldiers in the trenches, hospitals, and rest camps, as well as his interactions with military leaders and fellow performers. Lauder's humorous anecdotes and songs provide a glimpse into the morale-boosting efforts of entertainers during the war, while also highlighting the challenges and dangers faced by those on the front lines. The book also includes photographs and illustrations of Lauder and his performances, as well as letters and messages from soldiers expressing their gratitude for his visits. Overall, ""A Minstrel in France"" offers a unique perspective on the role of music and comedy in wartime, and the impact it had on those serving in the military.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417943238
• ISBN13: 9781417943234
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"