The War Poets
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good , ex-library
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
This historical and literary analysis chronicles the profound impact of World War I on a generation of poets. It uncovers the personal narratives and artistic expressions of those who bore witness to the conflict, presenting their raw experiences and the enduring legacy of their verse. The work details how figures like Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon transformed the horrors of the trenches into poignant reflections on human suffering and the futility of battle. Giddings illustrates the evolution of war poetry, arguing for its crucial role in shaping public perception and understanding of the Great War. This compelling study offers an insightful examination of a pivotal era in both history and literature.
Author: Robert Giddings
Format: Hardback
Published: 1988, BLOOMSBURY
Condition remarks:
Book: Good , ex-library
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
This historical and literary analysis chronicles the profound impact of World War I on a generation of poets. It uncovers the personal narratives and artistic expressions of those who bore witness to the conflict, presenting their raw experiences and the enduring legacy of their verse. The work details how figures like Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon transformed the horrors of the trenches into poignant reflections on human suffering and the futility of battle. Giddings illustrates the evolution of war poetry, arguing for its crucial role in shaping public perception and understanding of the Great War. This compelling study offers an insightful examination of a pivotal era in both history and literature.