Charlie Wilcox
Charlie Wilcox by Sharon E. McKay, published by Penguin Canada in 2003, is a fictional narrative that explores the life of a young Newfoundlander with dreams of going to sea, inspired by his father and uncles. At just 226 pages, this edition presents a story of ambition and familial expectations, as Charlie’s parents wish for him to pursue university instead. Determined to prove himself, he stows away on a sealing ship, only to discover he is on a troopship heading to France.
In this tale set against the backdrop of war, readers will follow Charlie as he navigates the challenges of being a stretcher bearer among fellow Newfoundlanders. The narrative delves into the harsh realities of the trenches during World War I, particularly on the fateful morning of July 1, 1916. As Charlie grapples with fear and the weight of his responsibilities, the story captures the essence of youth amidst the chaos of conflict, highlighting themes of courage and resilience in the face of adversity.
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Charlie Wilcox, a Newfoundlander, is interested in one thing only: going to sea, just like his father and uncles. He’ll make his family proud. His parents have different plans for him, however: they want him to go to university.
Humiliated, Charlie sets out to prove he can measure up to the men in his family, and stows away on a sealing ship. It’s only when they are far out to sea, and he is discovered, that he realizes he’s on a troopship bound for France!
Alone in Europe, he manages as best he can. He finds a regiment of fellow Newfoundlanders, and because he’s too young to fight he works as a stretcher bearer instead. The trenches along the front lines of the Somme are no place for anyone, but especially for a kid, and it’s very hard not to be afraid. Especially on the morning of July 1, 1916, when Charlie’s friends are ordered out of their trenches and over the top, and the German guns are waiting for them…
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