The Romance Of The Red Triangle (1918)

By Arthur Keysall Yapp

Book Overview

The Romance of the Red Triangle is a historical novel written by Arthur Keysall Yapp and published in 1918. The book tells the story of a young man named John Strangeways who joins the YMCA during World War I and is sent to France to work in a Red Triangle hut. The Red Triangle was a symbol of the YMCA and the huts provided support and recreation for soldiers on the front lines.Through his work at the hut, John meets a French girl named Yvonne and falls in love with her. However, their romance is complicated by the war and the fact that Yvonne is engaged to a soldier fighting at the front. John also faces challenges in his work at the hut, including dealing with difficult soldiers and navigating the bureaucracy of the military.The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the impact of war on individuals and society. It provides a glimpse into the important work of the YMCA during World War I and the role of the Red Triangle huts in supporting soldiers on the front lines. The Romance of the Red Triangle is a moving and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the war and its impact on those who lived through it.The Story Of The Coming Of The Red Triangle And The Service Rendered By The Y.M.C.A. To The Sailors And Soldiers Of The British Empire.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: 1165147394
• ISBN13: 9781165147397
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"