Lambourn author pens new historical novel

A LAMBOURN author has penned a new book portraying the sacrifice of those who served in the First World War.

And all proceeds will go to charity.

The blurb states: “(This is) a story that honours those who forfeited everything for their king and country.

“This book includes images which are integral in setting the scene, and which will captivate the attention of the reader.

“(It) is written as if from the perspective of those captured in the pictures and seeks to understand their attempts to come to terms with what they have witnessed and endured.

“This book asks profound and challenging questions of the reader and, more importantly, seeks to draw out the human side, and the human cost, of the First World War.

“Drawing on historical scholarship, while approaching these traumatic events from a deeply human perspective, this book will both fascinate and inspire the reader.”

It is the second book by 65-year-old Mr Farrell, a builder by trade who also works as a professional actor.

All proceeds from the sales will be donated to Combat Stress – a charity which supports veterans and currently serving soldiers with PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder).

To buy the book please visit: Amazon or visit https://www.austinmacauley.com/book/my-son-soldier