| Author |
Remarque, Erich Maria, 1898-1970 |
| Translator |
Wheen, A. W. (Arthur Wesley), 1897-1971 |
| LoC No. |
29010005
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| Uniform Title |
Im Westen nichts Neues. English
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| Title |
All quiet on the Western Front
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| Original Publication |
London: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1929.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Quiet_on_the_Western_Front
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| Note |
Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Quiet_on_the_Western_Front
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"All Quiet on the Western Front" by Erich Maria Remarque is a novel written in the late 1920s. The book explores the harrowing experiences of soldiers during World War I, focusing on the psychological and physical toll of war on a generation of young men. The main character, Paul Bäumer, and his comrades navigate the brutal realities of trench warfare, dealing with loss, survival, and the disillusionment of their once-cherished ideals of glory. The opening of the novel introduces us to Paul and his friends as they find a rare moment of rest behind the front lines. They relish a bountiful meal and the camaraderie among fellow soldiers, a welcome respite amid the horrors of war. However, even in this moment of peace, reminders of the war's brutality linger, such as the heavy losses they suffered during their last offensive. As Paul reflects on their experiences, the bond between the soldiers becomes evident, illustrating their shared struggles and the deep impact of war on their identities. Through their interactions, the opening sets the tone for a poignant exploration of the devastating effects of conflict, shaping a narrative that critiques the romanticized notions of warfare they were taught to believe in. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
War stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75011 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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