World War I - 9 Book Collection (eBook)

Enriched edition. Nelson's History of the War, The Battle of Jutland & The Battle of the Somme

John Buchan (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
1094 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654768869-3 (EAN)

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John Buchan's "World War I - 9 Book Collection" offers a captivating exploration of the Great War through a lens that melds rigorous historical analysis with riveting narrative. This collection encompasses a range of genres, from gripping fiction to incisive commentary, effectively capturing the multifaceted experiences of soldiers and civilians alike. Buchan's literary style is marked by a vivid imagination combined with stark realism, making his works both engaging and thought-provoking. This compilation situates Buchan within the early 20th-century literary context, reflecting societal tensions and the profound impact of the war on national identity and consciousness. Buchan, a soldier, statesman, and writer, drew upon his own experiences in the war to infuse authenticity and depth into his narratives. As a Scottish author who became known for his adventure novels, his engagement with the themes of duty and heroism is a recurring motif in his work. His insights into war and humanity were undoubtedly shaped by his time as an intelligence officer during the war, lending a unique perspective that is both personal and universally relatable. This remarkable collection is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of World War I's complexities. Readers interested in historical narratives, military literature, or character-driven stories will find Buchan's prose enriching and compelling. The collection serves not only as a monument to the bravery of those who fought but also as a reflection on the broader human experience amid tumultuous times.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 6.12.2023
• Einführung: Helena Davenport
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Helena Davenport
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► 1918 bis 1945
• Schlagworte: A Place Called Winter • A Taste of the Trenches • Churchill • classic war novels • Early 20th Century • emotional war poetry • Great War novels • heroism in battle • Historical fiction collection • historical fiction set in WWI • Human resilience themes • impact of war • john buchan books • literary exploration of trauma • literary works on wartime • literature about war • military fiction anthology • Nothing of Importance • Odette • perspective on conflict • Scottish war stories • The Devil on the Somme • The First World War: A New History • trench warfare narratives • war fiction collection • World War 1: Soldier Stories • World War 2 • World War I Literature • World War One: History in an Hour • WWI era authors