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_aCobb, Irvin S. _q(Irvin Shrewsbury), _d1876-1944 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aPaths of Glory: Impressions of War Written at and Near the Front |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-01-01 | ||
| 520 | _a"Paths of Glory: Impressions of War Written At and Near the Front" by Irvin S. Cobb is a historical account penned during the early 20th century, specifically reflecting the experiences of World War I shortly after its outbreak in 1914. This work comprises a collection of personal observations and vivid impressions by the author, chronicling his time near the front lines in various locations, including Belgium, France, and Germany. Cobb aims to portray the stark contrasts between the pre-war tranquil life and the ensuing destruction and chaos wrought by the war. The opening of the volume introduces us to a Belgian village, Montignies St. Christophe, through the perceptive eyes of Cobb, who describes the aftermath of a recent battle that reshapes the formerly mundane scenery into a haunting tableau of destruction and despair. The narrative details the destruction of homes, the presence of wounded soldiers, and the eerie silence of displaced villagers, all while Cobb travels alongside other Americans, capturing the poignant realities of war. His keen observations highlight the desolating effects on both the landscape and the civilian population, underscoring the gravity of the conflict and the profound emotional toll it inflicts on those caught in its wake. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives | ||
| 653 | _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Western Front | ||
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