The Brighton Boys in the Trenches by James R. Driscoll
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| Author | Driscoll, James R. |
|---|---|
| Title | The Brighton Boys in the Trenches |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Brighton Boys in the Trenches" by James R. Driscoll is a historical novel likely written during the early 20th century, around the time of World War I. The story revolves around Herbert Whitcomb and his friend Roy Flynn as they navigate the challenges of growing up, friendship, and service to their country during the war. This book captures the spirit of patriotism and the intense emotions faced by young soldiers conscripted into a time of conflict. The opening of the novel sets the stage in Brighton, where Herbert reflects on the bittersweet days of graduation as classmates prepare to enlist in the military. Amidst his despair over potentially leaving school, he is inspired to join the war effort after witnessing a confrontation with a German speaker, showcasing his passion and courage. The narrative follows Herbert's journey from his school days to the recruiting office, his decision to enlist alongside Roy, and their early experiences in military training, setting up the themes of heroism and loyalty amid the harsh realities of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Trench warfare -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42733 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 37 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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