The Retreat from Mons is a fascinating war book from the famous author George Stuart Gordon. This book describes in detail the events of one of the most important military retreats in history - the retreat of the British Expeditionary Army from Mons in August 1914 during the First World War. The author successfully combined historical facts with personal testimonies and literary art, which makes the book very exciting for the reader. The retreat from Mons is not only a story of military battles, but also a study of the psychology of soldiers, strategic decisions and heroism under conditions of extreme stress. Recommended for fans of war literature and World War I history.