by Irving, John
First published 2023
This memorial collection gathers correspondence and personal recollections dedicated to Lieutenant John Irving, a British Army officer who served during the early nineteenth century. Editor B. Bell assembled these documents to honor Irving's memory and illuminate his character. The letters reveal Irving as both a courageous soldier who served his country with distinction and a loving family man devoted to his wife and children. Through firsthand accounts and personal correspondence, readers encounter a portrait of military service and domestic life in the early 1800s. The volume captures the dual nature of Irving's identity as he balanced the demands of army duty with his roles as husband and father. These preserved writings offer intimate glimpses into the experiences that shaped Irving's brief but meaningful life, creating a lasting tribute to his service and character.
Genres: biography, historical-fiction, military-history, 19th-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: dual-identity, found-family
Period: Early 19th Century
194 pages · Paperback · Legare Street Press