The Irish Guards in the Great War (eBook)

Rudyard Kipling (Autor)

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2022
320 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700749-4 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Irish Guards in the Great War," Rudyard Kipling presents a poignant and vivid account of the experiences of the Irish Guards during World War I, illustrating the harsh realities and valor displayed in the trenches. The narrative, characterized by Kipling's distinctive literary style marked by rich imagery and emotional depth, conjures the visceral nature of warfare while also exploring themes of duty, camaraderie, and sacrifice. Drawing from personal letters and first-hand accounts, Kipling crafts a historical tribute that captures both individual and collective experiences, reflecting the broader literary context of war literature that emerged in the early 20th century. Rudyard Kipling, renowned for his authoritative voice in British literature, was deeply involved in wartime discourse, particularly as his own son served in the conflict. This personal connection undoubtedly influenced Kipling's committed portrayal of the Irish Guards, highlighting the national pride and the profound sorrow associated with the loss of young lives during the war. Kipling's background as a journalist and novelist with a keen interest in colonial and military themes enriches the narrative, allowing readers to appreciate the broader implications of the Great War on British society. This significant work is recommended for those interested in military history, literary studies, and the emotional complexities of war. Kipling's vivid narrative and intimate insights offer readers not only a historical account but also an exploration of human resilience that resonates through time, making it essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of World War I.

Autor

Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) stands prominently among the literary figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in British India, he was educated in England and returned to India in 1882, where he began his writing career. Kipling's extensive body of work encompasses a variety of genres, including poetry, short stories, novels, and journalism. His narratives often reflected the ambivalence and complexity of the British Empire, with vivid characterizations and an unmistakable narrative voice that has garnered international acclaim. As an author deeply influenced by his experiences in India and his time as a journalist, Kipling infused his work with the themes of colonialism, adventure, and the innate nobility of service. Notable contributions to literature include 'The Jungle Book' (1894), 'Kim' (1901), and 'Just So Stories' (1902). His engagement with war, particularly the First World War, is poignantly chronicled in 'The Irish Guards in the Great War' (1923), a regimental history based on his own son's regiment, which served as a detailed account of the war and an elegy to his late son, who died in battle. Kipling was the first English-language writer to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1907 and remains a contentious yet significant figure in literary history, offering insight into the ethos and ethics of his time. His literary style is noted for its innovations in rhythm and meter and for its clear, forceful narrative presentation.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 17.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Neuzeit (bis 1918)
• Schlagworte: All Quiet on the Western Front • British military experience • British regiments history • british soldiers • Churchill • Courage and Sacrifice • Early 20th Century • European war history • first-hand accounts • First World War • Great War memoir • Great War Stories • Hemingway • historical non-fiction • historical war narratives • Irish Guards • Irish Guards regiment • Irish Guards soldiers • Irish Republican Army • john keegan • Joseph Rudyard Kipling • Ken Follett • Kipling war writings • Military literature • military memoirs • military narratives • Military non-fiction books • Regimental Diaries • regimental history • Rudyard Kipling works • Stephen Crane • the red badge of courage • The River War • trench warfare experiences • war experiences • war narratives • World War I • world war I history • World War I memoirs • WWI historical accounts