Eaton, William Dunseath creator text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Great Poems of the World War" by William Dunseath Eaton is a collection of poetry written during the early 20th century, specifically reflecting on the tumultuous experiences and emotions surrounding World War I. This anthology compiles verses from various poets, capturing themes of heroism, loss, love, and the profound impact of war on individuals and society. The book aims to preserve these poetic voices, which echo the human spirit amidst the chaos of conflict, providing a platform for remembrance and reflection. The opening of this collection begins with a profound preface that sets the stage for the poems to follow, highlighting the overwhelming impact of the war that erupted in 1914 and engulfed nations. Eaton articulates the necessity of documenting the poetic responses that emerged as a result of this global tragedy, emphasizing their emotional depth compared to traditional historical narratives. Various poems are introduced in the early pages, showcasing poignant imagery and sentiments from soldiers, nurses, and loved ones affected by the war, illustrating the blend of beauty and horror that defined this era. The introduction effectively frames the anthology as a means of understanding the war not just through actions and statistics, but through the personal experiences and reflections captured in verse. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Published in 1918 under title: The war in verse and prose. Release date is 2018-04-10 Produced by Brian Coe, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry PN D501 Original publication data not identified 23000402 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56956 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56956 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134319.0 56956