A "Temporary Gentleman" in France by A. J. Dawson
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| Author | Dawson, A. J. (Alec John), 1872-1952 |
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| Title | A "Temporary Gentleman" in France |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A 'Temporary Gentleman' in France" by A. J. Dawson is a collection of letters written during World War I, specifically in 1918. The letters are penned by a British officer, referred to as the "Temporary Gentleman," detailing his experiences and observations from the front lines in France. The narrative reflects the camaraderie, struggles, and evolving identity of soldiers during the war. At the start of the narrative, the "Temporary Gentleman" arrives in France after months of training in England. He describes the emotional and surreal experience of landing in a new country, his observations of the French people, and the challenges they face as soldiers. The letters capture the typical life of a soldier, including the realities of trench warfare, the importance of community, and the psychological burdens carried by the men, while also highlighting moments of humor and humanity amidst the chaos of war. The opening sets the tone for a personal and insightful journey through the experiences of a soldier, allowing readers to glimpse the life and thoughts of those who served in one of the most significant conflicts in history. (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 -- Personal narratives, British |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50247 |
| Release Date | Oct 18, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 19, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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