An Onlooker in France 1917-1919 by Sir William Orpen

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Author Orpen, William, Sir, 1878-1931
LoC No. 21006807
Title An Onlooker in France 1917-1919
Note Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "An Onlooker in France 1917-1919" by Sir William Orpen is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the author's experiences as an observer during World War I in France, reflecting on various encounters, both heartbreaking and humorous, amidst the backdrop of war. Through Orpen's eyes, readers gain insights into the lives of soldiers, their suffering, camaraderie, and the chaotic environment of life at the front lines. At the start of the memoir, Orpen vividly describes his initial journey to France in April 1917, detailing the crowded boat filled with soldiers, some displaying bravado while others exude palpable fear of the unknown awaiting them. He contrasts his own protected status as an artist tasked with capturing the war visually with the grim reality faced by the troops. As he arrives in Boulogne and later Amiens, Orpen's observations offer a blend of dark humor and poignant meditation on the human cost of war, as well as the striking landscape transformed by conflict. The opening sets the stage for a gripping exploration of the paradoxes of war, the indomitable spirit of the soldiers, and the recollection of beautiful yet haunting memories of places marked by violence and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Pictorial works
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EBook-No. 20215
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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