Australia at War by Will Dyson
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"Australia at War" by Will Dyson is an illustrated account reflecting on the experiences of Australian soldiers during World War I, specifically the campaigns at the Somme and Ypres in the early 20th century. As a historical account, the book serves to document the harsh realities of war through a mix of sketches and poignant narratives, aiming to capture the gravity and suffering endured by the men of the Australian Imperial Force
(A.I.F.) during the dark winters of 1916 and 1917. In this evocative work, Dyson presents a vivid portrayal of life in the trenches, emphasizing not only the physical challenges but also the emotional toll of warfare. Through his artistry and reflections, he conveys the camaraderie between soldiers and the absurdities of their situation, illustrating moments of both grim reality and dark humor. Each chapter consists of a combination of drawings and descriptive passages that encapsulate the soldiers' daily struggles, ranging from mundane tasks like gathering food to profound moments of despair and loss. The dedication to the soldiers highlights Dyson's intent to honor their sacrifices, making "Australia at War" a significant testament to the Australian experience in the Great War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dyson, Will, 1880-1938 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936 |
| Title |
Australia at War A Winter Record Made by Will Dyson on the Somme and at Ypres, During the Campaigns of 1916 and 1917 |
| Alternate Title | Australia at War: Drawings at the front |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
| Credits |
Produced by jj and Claudine Corbasson (This file was produced from scans of public domain works at The National Library of Australia.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Australia. Australian Army. Australian Imperial Force (1914-1921) |
| Subject | Australia. Australian Army. Australian Imperial Force (1914-1921) -- Pictorial works |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- France -- Somme -- Pictorial works |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium -- Ieper -- Pictorial works |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- France -- Somme |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium -- Ieper |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57177 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57177-5 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 513 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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