The Times Red Cross Story Book by Famous Novelists Serving in His Majesty's Forces
Gripping war stories by soldier writers in WWI trenchesBy Various
Length10h 24m
About this audiobook
The Times Red Cross Story Book by Famous Novelists Serving in His Majesty's Forces is a poignant anthology that captures the profound experiences of writers during the tumult of World War I. Written with a blend of realism and compassion, this collection showcases narratives that reflect the human spirit amidst adversity, employing diverse literary styles ranging from vivid realism to lyrical prose. Each story, carefully selected and enriched with personal insights, serves as both a testament to the harrowing realities of war and an exploration of the resilience found in acts of kindness through the Red Cross's humanitarian efforts. The compilation features contributions from a distinguished group of novelists who, having answered the call of duty, were inspired to chronicle their experiences. The intersection of their literary prowess and firsthand encounters with the war lends a unique authenticity to the stories, revealing how their artistic sensibilities were shaped by the lived realities of conflict. These authors, primarily prominent figures of early 20th-century literature, faced the horrors of war with a profound understanding of the human condition, making their narratives deeply resonant. I highly recommend The Times Red Cross Story Book to readers seeking a diverse exploration of wartime experiences through the eyes of esteemed authors. This anthology not only commemorates the service of these writers but also offers timeless reflections on sacrifice and solidarity. It is a must-read for those interested in the interplay of literature and history, as well as for anyone looking to understand the profound effects of war on both the individual and society.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Dimoussi and the Pistol By A. E. W. Mason Manchester Regiment
23Lame Dogs By Cosmo Hamilton Royal Naval Air Service
2II
24The Silver Thaw By R. E. Vernede Rifle Brigade
3III
25Carnage By Compton Mackenzie Royal Navy
4The Woman By A. A. Milne Royal Warwick Regiment
26The Bronze Parrot By R. Austin Freeman Royal Army Medical Corps
5I
27The Forbidden Woman By Warwick Deeping Royal Army Medical Corps
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6II
28Eliza and the Special By Barry Pain Royal Naval Air Service
7III
29The Probation of Jimmy Baker By Albert Kinross Army Service Corps
8IV
30I
9V
31II
10The Cherub By Oliver Onions Army Service Corps
32III
11An Impossible Person By W. B. Maxwell Royal Fusiliers
33IV
12The Veil of Flying Water By Theodore Goodridge Roberts 1st Canadian Expeditionary Force
34V
13I
35The Ghost that Failed By Desmond Coke Loyal North Lancashire Regiment
14II
36The Miracle A Tale of the Canadian Prairie By Ralph Stock Artists’ Rifles
15III
37The Fight for the Garden By Sir Arthur T. Quiller-Couch Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry
16IV
38I
17“Bill Bailey” By Ian Hay Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders
39II
18I THE COMING OF “BILL BAILEY”
40III
19II THE PROVING OF “BILL BAILEY”
41IV
20III THE PASSING OF “BILL BAILEY”
42V
21IV “BILL BAILEY” COMES AGAIN
43VI
22Life-Like By Martin Swayne Royal Army Medical Corps
44The Face in the Hop Vines By Charles G. D. Roberts King’s (Liverpool) Regiment
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