Super Short Summary

The Return of the Soldier by Rebecca West tells the story of Captain Chris Baldry, who returns home from World War I suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and believes he is still twenty years old. His wife, Kitty, and cousin, Jenny, struggle to help him regain his memories, while an old flame, Margaret, plays a crucial role in his recovery. The novel explores themes of love, memory, and the long-lasting impact of war. The book includes sensitive topics such as war trauma and the death of a child.