Briefe eines Soldaten: Deutsche Ausgabe der Lettres d'un soldat by Lemercier
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"Briefe eines Soldaten: Deutsche Ausgabe der Lettres d'un soldat" by Lemercier is a collection of letters written during World War I. The letters are penned by a young French painter serving at the front lines, chronicling his experiences from September through early April, when he ultimately disappears during a battle in the Argonne Forest. They reflect the profound emotional landscape of a soldier grappling with the chaos of war while seeking beauty
and meaning in life amidst destruction. The opening of the text introduces the context of the letters, highlighting the poignant theme of longing and separation from loved ones, particularly the soldier's mother. It sets the stage for a powerful exploration of the narrator's inner life, as he navigates both the mundane aspects of military life and the transcendent beauty of nature. As he reflects on the juxtaposition of death and existence, the soldier's spiritual growth becomes evident, revealing a deep appreciation for love, art, and the eternal amidst the harsh realities of war. These early impressions suggest a narrative rich in emotional depth, philosophical musings, and heartfelt connections that might resonate deeply with readers interested in personal accounts of history and the human experience during tumultuous times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lemercier, Eugène Emmanuel, 1886-1915 |
|---|---|
| Commentator | Chevrillon, André, 1864-1957 |
| Translator | Schneegans, F. Ed. (Friedrich Edward), 1867-1942 |
| Title | Briefe eines Soldaten: Deutsche Ausgabe der Lettres d'un soldat |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, French |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39276 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39276-9 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 459 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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