02305cam a22003133u 4500 3317 UtSlPG 20260610133110.0 m cr n 260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 Gibbs, Philip, 1877-1962 Now It Can Be Told Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2002 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2002-07-01 Produced by Alan Earls, and David Widger "Now It Can Be Told" by Philip Gibbs is a historical account written in the early 20th century during the aftermath of World War I. The book provides a poignant and detailed portrayal of the realities of modern warfare, drawn from Gibbs's own experiences as a war correspondent embedded with British forces on the Western Front. It aims to convey not only the courage displayed by soldiers but also the grim and tragic consequences of war, serving both as a memorial and a stark reminder of the horrors of conflict. The opening of the book sets the tone for Gibbs's narrative, laying the groundwork for his exploration of the early days of World War I. He describes how he, along with other correspondents, navigated the complexities of war reporting amidst censorship and the chaos of military operations. Through vivid imagery and emotional depth, he depicts the harrowing scenes of retreating armies, civilian suffering, and the transformation of young men as they confronted the brutal realities of war. This initial section introduces the personal and collective traumas of those involved, foreshadowing the broader examinations of bravery, loss, and responsibility that will unfold throughout the work. Gibbs's commitment to capturing the stark truths of battle positions the book as an essential reflection on the human cost of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 World War, 1914-1918 -- Great Britain https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3317 45388 45388