A Distant Thunder

War stories have made a significant contribution to the nation's literature, which is not surprising given Scotland's long and distinctive military history. From dark humour to chilling realism, these stories reflect voices that are irrefutably Scottish and provide insight into ordinary people's experiences of unimaginable horrors, of coming to terms with the loss of loved ones and of forming steadfast new friendships in adversity. Writers featured in this anthology include Muriel Spark, Eona Macnicol, Fred Urquhart, George Mackay Brown and Arthur Conan Doyle.