
THE WORLD WAR COLLECTION OF H. C. MCNEILE (SAPPER)
Enriched edition. No Man's Land, Mufti, Word of Honour, John Walters, Sergeant Michael Cassidy, The Human Touch…By H. C. McNeile, SapperLength68h 4m
About this audiobook
In 'The World War Collection of H. C. McNeile (Sapper)', readers encounter a compelling assemblage of works that delve into the tumultuous period of the World Wars, reflecting a wide array of literary styles from gripping narrative exposition to richly detailed diaries and potent short stories. This collection not only preserves the historical veracity and emotional intensity of the era but also offers a panorama of literary shifts that occurred in response to wartime experiences. The collection's standout pieces vividly exemplify the ethos of resilience and the complex sentiments permeating the front lines and home fronts alike, underscoring the stark realities and profound human emotions of wartime. The anthology skillfully curated by McNeile, famed for his creation of the 'Bulldog Drummond' series, encapsulates diverse literary insights into war, its impacts, and its narratives. These writings engage with significant cultural and historical movements, offering readers gritty, authentic perspectives on war, captured through the eyes of a distinguished author whose firsthand experiences as a soldier profoundly informed his work. Further enriched by the collective literary weight of the contributors, the anthology stands as a historical document and a literary exploration, capturing the transformative impact of the world wars on society and literature. Readers of 'The World War Collection of H. C. McNeile (Sapper)' are invited to traverse a landscape of historical depth and literary richness. This anthology promises not only an educational journey through the harrowing times of war but also a reflective exploration of human resilience and creativity in response to adversity. It is an invaluable resource for students of history and literature, providing a multidimensional understanding of wartime experience and narrative construction.
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.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Literary Classics
Length68 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE WORLD WAR COLLECTION OF H. C. MCNEILE (SAPPER)
26CHAPTER VII
2Introduction
27CHAPTER VIII
3Historical Context
28CHAPTER IX
4Synopsis (Selection)
29CHAPTER X
5I. — WHEN CARRUTHERS LAUGHED
30CHAPTER XI
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6II. — THE SNAKE FARM
31CHAPTER XII
7III. — THE GREAT MAGOR DIAMOND
32CHAPTER XIII
8IV. — THE BROKEN RECORD
33CHAPTER XIV
9V. — THE TAMING OF SYDNEY MARSHAM
34MELTON HOUSE, OFFHAM, NEAR LEWES.
10VI. — DILEMMA
35CHAPTER XV
11VII. — THE BARONETS OF MERTONBRIDGE HALL
36CHAPTER XVI
12VIII. — TOUCH AND GO
37CHAPTER XVII
13IX. — THE LOYALTY OF PETER DRAYTON
38CHAPTER XVIII
14X. — THE MADNESS OF CHARLES TRANTER
39EPILOGUE
15XI. — A STUDENT OF THE OBVIOUS
40I. — THE AWAKENING OF JOHN WALTERS
16XII. — THE SECOND RIDE
41II. — A POINT OF DETAIL
17Prologue
42III. — MY LADY OF THE JASMINE
18I
43IV. — THE MAN-TRAP
19II
44V. — EBENEEZER THE GOAT
20CHAPTER I
45VI. — THE PEPNOTISED MILK
21CHAPTER II
46VII. — DRIVER ROBERT BROWN
22CHAPTER III
47VIII. — THE END OF "WIPERS"
23CHAPTER IV
48IX. — THE BLACK SHEEP
24CHAPTER V
49X. — THE SIXTH DRUNK
25CHAPTER VI
50XI. — THE COWARD