The Secret Battle by A. P. Herbert
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| Author | Herbert, A. P. (Alan Patrick), 1890-1971 |
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| Title | The Secret Battle |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Secret Battle" by A. P. Herbert is a war novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on Harry Penrose, a young and eager soldier, who enlists in the military at the onset of World War I, seeking adventure and glory. As the story unfolds, it delves into the harsh realities of war, revealing the psychological and physical challenges faced by Penrose and his comrades during their deployment to Gallipoli. At the start of the novel, Harry's character is introduced as an enthusiastic and imaginative youth, full of romantic notions about warfare. He joins his battalion just before their departure to Gallipoli, where he experiences a mix of anticipation and horror as he confronts the grim truths of combat. The opening chapters paint a vivid picture of life on the troopship and the initial landings, accentuating both the naivety of Harry and the harsh awakening that awaits him amidst the chaos and brutality of war. As he navigates through dark encounters, personal loss, and the weight of responsibility, the book sets the stage for a poignant exploration of heroism and the costs of conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Subject | War stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35164 |
| Release Date | Feb 4, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 29, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 125 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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