Through the Wheat by Thomas Boyd
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About this eBook
| Author | Boyd, Thomas, 1898-1935 |
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| LoC No. | 23008058 |
| Title | Through the Wheat |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Through the Wheat" by Thomas Boyd is a novel written in the early 20th century, reflecting the experiences of soldiers during World War I. The story primarily revolves around Private William Hicks, who grapples with the grim realities of military service far from the glory and excitement he envisioned when enlisting. The narrative delves into the mental and emotional toll of war, portraying the absurdity and brutality faced by soldiers on the front lines. The opening of the novel establishes a somber atmosphere as it introduces Hicks and his disillusionment with military life in a northern French village. He expresses deep frustration with being relegated to menial tasks instead of fighting, and he longs for a sense of purpose amidst his bleak existence. The narrative quickly moves through Hicks’ interactions with his comrades, revealing their camaraderie and shared hardships as they prepare for an imminent frontline battle. The vivid descriptions of their surroundings and the internal struggles of the characters set a poignant tone, hinting at the chaos that lies ahead as they are thrust into the heart of conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Subject | War stories |
| Subject | United States. Marine Corps -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58796 |
| Release Date | Jan 31, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 19, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 49 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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