Lemercier, Eugène Emmanuel 1886-1915 creator Chevrillon, André 1864-1957 Clutton-Brock, A. (Arthur) 1868-1924 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Letters of a Soldier, 1914-1915" by Eugène Emmanuel Lemercier is a collection of poignant letters written during the early years of World War I, likely in the early 20th century. This work provides a heartfelt glimpse into the experiences and reflections of a young French painter who finds himself at the front lines of war. The letters explore his emotions, thoughts on duty, and the beauty of nature juxtaposed with the horrors of conflict, highlighting the internal struggle of maintaining one’s artistic soul amidst the devastation of war. At the start of this collection, the writer shares his initial reflections on life at war, filled with nervous tension and a longing for home, as he describes the calm before being thrust into combat. He conveys vivid descriptions of the landscape and a heartfelt commitment to his family, signifying the gravity of sacrifice during wartime. Through his letters, we see his transition from a contemplative artist to a soldier facing the brutal realities of war, underscored by an enduring appreciation for beauty and connection to his loved ones. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2005-12-15 Produced by Irma Spehar, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, French D501 Original publication data not identified 17020723 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17316 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17316 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133414.0 17316