| Author |
Bourcier, Emmanuel, 1880-1955 |
| Translator |
Holt, George Nelson |
| Translator |
Holt, Mary Roxy Wilkins, 1869- |
| LoC No. |
18011085
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| Title |
Under the German shells
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| Original Publication |
United States: Charles Scribner's Sons,1918.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The mobilization -- The invasion -- The Marne -- Waiting -- La pioche -- The gas -- Rheims -- Distractions -- The battle of Champagne -- Verdun -- The touch of death.
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| Credits |
David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Under the German Shells" by Emmanuel Bourcier is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text chronicles the experiences of the author, a soldier, during the tumultuous days leading up to and following the outbreak of World War I, capturing the emotional and physical challenges faced by individuals at war. The narrative sheds light on the confusion and raw patriotism surrounding the mobilization of French troops in 1914, alongside the harrowing impacts of the German invasion. The opening of the book establishes the atmosphere of pre-war France in July 1914, where the author reflects on the unease permeating the nation amidst rising tensions. Bourcier recounts the momentous events leading up to the war, focusing on his personal experiences during mobilization, the deep sense of impending conflict, and the undaunted spirit of the French people. He vividly describes his interactions with fellow soldiers, the anxiety of families, and the rush to prepare for an imminent battle, creating a poignant picture of the human side of war that readers can connect with on a personal level. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, French
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68301 |
| Release Date |
Jun 13, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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