The Secret Battle (1919)
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Overview
The Secret Battle is a novel written by Alan Patrick Herbert and published in 1919. The book is set during World War I and follows the story of a young British officer named Harry Penrose. Harry is sent to the front lines in France and quickly becomes disillusioned with the war. He struggles with the brutality of the conflict and the senselessness of the fighting.As the war drags on, Harry begins to question his own sanity and the motives of those in command. He becomes convinced that the war is being prolonged for the benefit of the military leaders rather than for any noble cause. Harry's dissent puts him at odds with his superiors and he is eventually accused of cowardice and sent to a military prison.The Secret Battle is a powerful portrayal of the psychological toll of war and the struggle of individuals to maintain their humanity in the face of overwhelming violence. The novel was a critical success when it was first published and has since become a classic of war literature. It is a moving and thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781436521673
- ISBN-10: 143652167X
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: June 2008
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.75 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.29 pounds
- Page Count: 284
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