Mary Borden

"Jane--Our Stranger: A Novel" by Mary Borden is a compelling blend of historical fiction and war literature set against the backdrop of World War I. Through the lens of nursing on the frontline, the novel delves into the lives of courageous women like Jane, whose resilience and humanity shine amidst the trauma of war. As Jane navigates the brutal realities of the medical drama unfolding around her, she finds unexpected romance amidst the chaos. Borden's narrative skillfully explores the psychological depths of characters grappling with the horrors of war, while also delving into themes of identity and social class. Through Jane's experiences, the novel becomes a poignant exploration of relationships forged in the crucible of conflict, highlighting the strength and solidarity found in unlikely places. Borden intertwines themes of feminism, emphasizing the vital roles women played in the war effort and their struggles for recognition and equality. "Jane--Our Stranger" is a powerful testament to the indomitable human spirit and the enduring power of love and compassion in the face of adversity. With its vivid depiction of wartime challenges and its insightful exploration of complex human emotions, Borden's novel captivates readers with its depth and authenticity.

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Suffragette, socialite, novelist, nurse, Mary Borden wrote some of the most remarkable poems of the First World War. Still in her twenties, the wealthy Borden used her own money to set up and run a field hospital for French soldiers ‘as close to the fighting as possible.’ At the Battle of the Somme she was determined ‘to create a counter-wave of life’ against an overwhelming tide of suffering and death. Her hospital treated 25,000 soldiers in its first six weeks and went on to have one of the best recovery records on the Western Front. Mary Borden engaged in a heroic struggle to save men’s lives and give comfort to the dying. Her poems are spontaneous, passionate reactions to what she saw and did. Although married with three children, Borden fell in love with a young British officer she met at the Front. The intimate and private poems she wrote to Louis Spears (later General Spears) while they were both at the war have an urgent and reckless intensity.