The Diary of a French Private: War-Imprisonment, 1914-1915 by Gaston Riou
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About this eBook
| Author | Riou, Gaston, 1883-1958 |
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| Translator | Paul, Cedar, 1880-1972 |
| Translator | Paul, Eden, 1865-1944 |
| LoC No. | 17002491 |
| Title | The Diary of a French Private: War-Imprisonment, 1914-1915 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Diary of a French Private: War-Imprisonment, 1914-1915" by Gaston Riou is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the experiences of a French soldier during the early stages of World War I, capturing the harsh realities of war, imprisonment, and the psychological turmoil faced by soldiers. It delves deeply into themes of humanity, patriotism, and the contrasting experiences of war-torn countries, particularly France and Germany. The opening of the narrative introduces us to the grim reality of the protagonist as he reflects on being a prisoner of war. The author vividly describes the hostility and hatred directed towards French captives while being transported through German towns, contrasting his prior experiences in Germany with the stark, unyielding animosity he now faces. Riou’s observations highlight the transformation of familiar German cities into sites of hostility, filled with citizens celebrating their perceived victory. Amidst the harrowing details of his captivity, the soldier grapples with feelings of despair, nostalgia, and the memories of a more peaceful time, setting the tone for a poignant exploration of war and its impact on the human spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Prisoners and prisons |
| Subject | National characteristics, German |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57287 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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