The Old Front Line by John Masefield
"The Old Front Line" by John Masefield is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the Battle of the Somme, providing vivid descriptions of the front line trenches and detailing the conditions faced by soldiers during this significant battle in World War I. The narrative not only emphasizes the physical landscape but also the emotional weight carried by the soldiers, ultimately painting a poignant picture of
bravery and sacrifice. The beginning of "The Old Front Line" establishes an atmosphere of somber reflection, highlighting how the landscapes scarred by war will eventually be reclaimed and beautified by nature. Masefield discusses the old front lines as they were at the onset of the Battle of the Somme, evocatively describing the trenches and their surroundings. He conveys the heavy toll on soldiers, illustrating that many would not witness the outcome of the battle that began from these very lines. This opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the battlefield and the harrowing experiences of those who fought there, encapsulating themes of loss and remembrance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Masefield, John, 1878-1967 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Old Front Line |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Old_Front_Line |
| Credits |
Produced by K Nordquist, David Edwards, Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Somme, 1st Battle of the, France, 1916 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20616 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 217 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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