The Angels of Mons by Arthur Machen is a captivating and imaginative novella that blends elements of war fiction with supernatural and spiritual themes. The story follows a group of soldiers who believe they were saved by a supernatural force during a battle in Mons, Belgium during World War I.

Machen's writing is poetic and evocative, drawing the reader into the eerie and mystical world he creates. The descriptions of the angels' appearance and their intervention in the battle are both beautiful and haunting. The author effectively explores themes of faith, hope, and the power of belief in times of crisis.

Overall, The Angels of Mons is a thought-provoking and atmospheric read that will leave readers contemplating the mysteries of faith and the unknown. It is a short yet impactful story that will linger in the minds of readers long after they have finished it.

Book Description:
The Angels of Mons is a popular legend about a group of angels who supposedly protected members of the British army in the Battle of Mons at the outset of World War I. The story is fictitious, developed through a combination of a patriotic short story by Arthur Machen, rumours, mass hysteria and urban legend, claimed visions after the battle and also possibly deliberately seeded propaganda.