The book "Son at the Front" by Edith Wharton tells the story of a rich American family during the First World War. The main character, an impressionist artist, goes to the front in Europe, leaving behind his wife and son. This book reflects on the importance of art in wartime, family relationships, and the importance of choosing between duty to country and love for loved ones. Edith Wharton successfully combines a social portrait with an emotionally charged story about a person and his internal struggles under the influence of major events.