Mud and Khaki: Sketches from Flanders and France by Vernon Bartlett
"Mud and Khaki: Sketches from Flanders and France" by Vernon Bartlett is a collection of war sketches written during the time of World War I, likely in the early 20th century. The work provides an intimate glimpse into the experiences of soldiers fighting in the trenches, balancing moments of grim reality with bursts of humor and camaraderie among the men. Its primary focus is on illuminating the life and struggles of those
serving on the front lines, reminding readers of the human aspect of warfare often overshadowed by statistics and brutality. At the start of the narrative, the author presents an Apologia, addressing the overwhelming amount of war literature available, while justifying his own contribution as an essential reminder of the hardships faced by soldiers. Bartlett describes scenes from military hospitals, highlighting the resilience and spirit of the wounded as they find solace and joy amid their suffering. He captures the paradox of desolation and camaraderie, portraying how laughter and small moments of happiness prevail despite the backdrop of war's chaos, illustrating the enduring human spirit in the face of dire circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bartlett, Vernon, 1894-1983 |
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| Title | Mud and Khaki: Sketches from Flanders and France |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Graeme Mackreth and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25470 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 139 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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