My Year of the Great War
Enriched edition. A War Correspondent's Personal Account of Great War TurmoilBy Frederick Palmer
Length14h 13m
About this audiobook
In "My Year of the Great War," Frederick Palmer offers a compelling and deeply personal account of his experiences during World War I. Written in a style that blends evocative prose with sharp observation, Palmer's narrative captures not only the harrowing realities of trench warfare but also the profound emotional and psychological toll on soldiers and civilians alike. The book is framed within the broader context of early 20th-century literature, reflecting contemporaneous themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the disillusionment that permeated society in the shadow of a monumental global conflict. Frederick Palmer was an accomplished journalist and war correspondent whose firsthand experiences informed his literary voice. His background in journalism endowed him with a keen eye for detail and a profound understanding of the chaos of war. Palmer's insights into the human condition within the hellscape of battle illustrate his commitment to bearing witness to the unvarnished truths of conflict, seeking not only to inform but also to evoke empathy among his readers. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the literature of war or the historical context of World War I. Palmer's reflective storytelling invites readers to grapple with the complexities of courage, loss, and resilience. "My Year of the Great War" stands as both a poignant memoir and a critical literary work, revealing the enduring impact of conflict on the human spirit.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
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GenreHistory
Length14 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
20XIX ARCHIBALD THE ARCHER
2I WHO STARTED IT?
21XX TRENCHES IN SUMMER
3II “LE BRAVE BELGE!”
22XXI A SCHOOL IN BOMBING
4III MONS AND PARIS
23XXII MY BEST DAY AT THE FRONT
5IV PARIS WAITS
24XXIII MORE BEST DAY
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6V ON THE HEELS OF VON KLUCK
25XXIV WINNING AND LOSING
7VI AND CALAIS WAITS
26XXV THE MAPLE LEAF FOLK
8VII IN GERMANY
27XXVI FINDING THE BRITISH FLEET
9VIII HOW THE KAISER LEADS
28XXVII ON A DESTROYER
10IX IN BELGIUM UNDER THE GERMANS
29XXVIII SHIPS THAT HAVE FOUGHT
11X CHRISTMAS IN BELGIUM
30XXIX ON THE “INFLEXIBLE”
12XI THE FUTURE OF BELGIUM
31XXX ON THE FLEET FLAGSHIP
13XII WINTER IN LORRAINE
32XXXI SIMPLY HARD WORK
14XIII SMILES AMONG RUINS
33XXXII HUNTING THE SUBMARINE
15XIV A ROAD OF WAR I KNOW
34XXXIII THE FLEET PUTS TO SEA
16XV TRENCHES IN WINTER
35XXXIV MANY PICTURES
17XVI IN NEUVE CHAPELLE
36XXXV BRITISH PROBLEMS
18XVII WITH THE IRISH
37Memorable Quotes
19XVIII WITH THE GUNS
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