Publisher's Synopsis
Mam'selle Jo is a novel written by Harriet Theresa Comstock and published in 1918. The story is set in France during World War I and revolves around the life of a young woman named Josephine, who is known as ""Mam'selle Jo."" She is an American nurse who volunteers to work at a field hospital in France, where she meets and falls in love with a wounded soldier named Paul. As the war rages on, Mam'selle Jo faces numerous challenges and dangers while caring for the wounded soldiers. She also has to deal with the prejudices and suspicions of some of the French locals, who view her as an outsider. Despite all this, she remains dedicated to her work and to helping those in need.The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, patriotism, and the horrors of war. It also highlights the bravery and resilience of the soldiers and nurses who risked their lives to care for the wounded. Mam'selle Jo is a heartwarming and inspiring story that provides a glimpse into the lives of those who lived through one of the most tumultuous periods in history.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.
