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100	1		_aSassoon, Siegfried, _d1886-1967
245	1	4	_aThe War Poems of Siegfried Sassoon
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2014
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2014-03-24
508			_aProduced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
520			_a"The War Poems of Siegfried Sassoon" by Siegfried Sassoon is a collection of poetry written during the early 20th century. This poignant anthology captures the brutal realities of World War I, reflecting on themes of warfare, trauma, and the loss of innocence among soldiers. Sassoon's work resonates with emotional depth and stark imagery, revealing the physical and psychological scars endured by those who faced the horrors of battle. The poems within this collection are raw and powerful, presenting a vivid portrayal of life in the trenches, the impact of war on the human spirit, and the bitter irony of heroism. Through pieces like "Suicide in Trenches" and "The Hero," Sassoon critiques the glorification of war, showing the stark contrast between civilian perceptions and the grim reality soldiers encounter. The verses explore various aspects of military life, from camaraderie and dreams of home to the despair of injury and death. Ultimately, Sassoon's poetry not only commemorates the sacrifices of those who fought but also serves as a stark reminder of the cost of conflict, compelling readers to confront the tragedy of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry
653			_aWar poetry, English
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45199
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