Cet auteur se distingue pour être le premier soldat britannique de la Première Guerre mondiale à publier ses mémoires de guerre alors que le conflit faisait encore rage. Écrit pendant sa convalescence après avoir été blessé, son récit offre une perspective brute et immédiate sur la vie au front pendant huit mois avec un bataillon gallois. L'œuvre se distingue par son authenticité, offrant une vision unique de l'expérience de guerre du point de vue du soldat. Son témoignage est un précieux document historique et littéraire qui capture les horreurs et les réalités de la ligne de front.
Memoir of an officer of the 1st Royal Welsh Fusiliers who arrived in France in October 1915, was wounded in June 1916, returned to his battalion in January 1917 and died of wound in Feb 1918. An outstanding account of trench warfare
The biography offers an in-depth exploration of Johnston's life through his extensive diaries, letters, and unfinished autobiography housed in Trinity College, Dublin. Adams meticulously examines the 'untidy museum' of Johnston's past, providing a rich and intimate portrayal of the subject's experiences and reflections. This detailed examination reveals the complexities of Johnston's character and the historical context in which he lived.
Eight Months At The Front With A Welsh Battalion (1918)
The memoir captures the experiences of British soldier Bernard Adams on the Western Front during the First World War, specifically from March to November 1917. It vividly depicts trench warfare, gas attacks, and the camaraderie among soldiers, showcasing Adams' candid and humorous writing style. This firsthand account offers both informative and entertaining insights into the daily life of a soldier, making it a valuable historical document for those interested in the war. The book is presented as a facsimile reprint, preserving its cultural significance.
Fierce Love is a compelling and candid biography of Cork-born theatre pioneer (1918-2006) Mary O'Malley, founder-director of Belfast's Lyric Players Theatre from 1951 to 1981.
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