Best Stories of the 1914 European War by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14018467 |
| Title | Best Stories of the 1914 European War |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Best Stories of the 1914 European War" by Various is a collection of war narratives compiled during the early 20th century. This work focuses on the harrowing experiences and accounts from various correspondents and soldiers during the initial stages of World War I, particularly highlighting events from the European front. The compiled stories provide vivid and poignant snapshots of war, detailing both the bravery exhibited by soldiers and the grim realities faced by civilians." "The opening of the anthology introduces us to several gripping accounts that reflect the chaos and valor of warfare. One correspondent details a strategic retreat near Namur, painting a picture of moving troops amidst the sounds of gunfire, while another captures the unwavering bravery of Belgian soldiers defending against overwhelming German forces. Other sections describe the emotional farewell of families at train stations, the desperate scramble of refugees, and moments of humor amidst despair. As the narratives unfold, they reveal both the human spirit’s resilience and the tragic consequences of conflict, setting a tone of deep empathy and historical reflection that carries throughout the collection." (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48029 |
| Release Date | Jan 19, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 44 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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