John Buchan 
Half-Hearted [EPUB ebook] 

"The Half-Hearted" by John Buchan is a gripping tale of adventure and internal conflict set against the backdrop of the British Empire. The novel follows the journey of Lewis Haystoun, a young man torn between his desire for romance and personal fulfillment, and his sense of duty to his country. Lewis is a man plagued by self-doubt and ambivalence, often feeling torn between the life of a gentleman and the call to serve his nation. His internal struggle is a central theme, as he grapples with his conflict of interest between pursuing love and embarking on a life of heroism and patriotism. In the end, Lewis must confront his own ambivalence and decide whether he has the resolve to commit fully to a cause greater than himself. War and the demands of the Empire force him to choose between a life of comfort and the harsh realities of duty and sacrifice. "The Half-Hearted" explores themes of heroism, the complexities of the human spirit, and the challenging journey toward self-realization and fulfillment.