The Drama Of Three Hundred & Sixty-Five Days: Scenes In The Great War by Caine

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Author Caine, Hall, Sir, 1853-1931
LoC No. 15019347
Title The Drama Of Three Hundred & Sixty-Five Days: Scenes In The Great War
Alternate Title The Drama Of Three Hundred And Sixty-Five Days: Scenes In The Great War
Note Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Drama of Three Hundred & Sixty-Five Days: Scenes in the Great War" by Hall Caine is a historical account written during the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous period of World War I. The book explores the complex tapestry of events and emotions experienced during the first year of the war, reflecting on the invisible battles between good and evil that underpin the visible conflict. Rather than focusing on a singular narrative, Caine provides a broad perspective on various characters and nations involved in the war, including the Kaiser and the Crown Prince of Germany, while grappling with the moral implications of their actions. The opening of this work introduces Mr. Maeterlinck's theory of the war as an expression of an invisible conflict between good and evil and poses philosophical questions about fate and human agency. Caine references historical figures like King Edward, illustrating the anxieties surrounding pre-war diplomatic efforts that eerily foreshadowed the coming conflict. He provides insightful portraits of pivotal figures such as the Kaiser, the Crown Prince, and the Archduke Ferdinand, delving into their motivations and actions that led to the war. Throughout, Caine’s prose captures the chaotic emotions of a world on the brink, foreshadowing the catastrophic events that follow while emphasizing the tragedy of human suffering and moral failure inherent in warfare. (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
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EBook-No. 25573
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Most Recently Updated Mar 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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