02389cam a22003133u 4500 16552 UtSlPG 20260610133404.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 McClung, Nellie L., 1873-1951 The Next of Kin: Those who Wait and Wonder Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-08-19 Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "The Next of Kin: Those Who Wait and Wonder" by Nellie L. McClung is a reflective work written in the early 20th century. This book captures the voices and experiences of women during World War I, particularly focusing on their fears, hopes, and the profound changes brought about by the war. The opening portion presents a range of characters, mainly mothers and community leaders, as they navigate the uncertainty and heartache of having loved ones serving in the war, while also contemplating their roles in society. The opening of the book establishes a cold and bleak November backdrop as the narrator prepares to speak at a meeting for the Red Cross Society. The atmosphere is tense amid the war's harsh realities, but a conversation unfolds where women share their grief and determination regarding the war's impact. One particular character, who has lost her son, voices profound concerns about the devastating effects of war on humanity and emphasizes the need for women to unite for peace. The dialogue touches on themes of loss, resilience, and the call for action, setting a stage for the exploration of women's evolving roles during this tumultuous time. Overall, the beginning illustrates the emotional landscape faced by the next of kin as they wait and wonder about their loved ones on the front lines. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 World War, 1914-1918 -- Canada https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16552 57940 57940