Days to Remember: The British Empire in the Great War (Illustrated) (Annotated)

di Buchan John (Autore)

Callum Deneford (Autore)

Henry Newbolt (Autore)

e-artnow, 2016

Days to Remember: The British Empire in the Great War (Illustrated) presents a panoramic literary commemoration of imperial participation in World War I, blending historical narrative, patriotic reflection, and documentary vividness. Its range moves from battlefield episodes and naval engagements to home-front endurance and colonial contribution, framed by illustrations that deepen its memorial force. Standout accounts of sacrifice, courage, and collective resolve situate the volume within the wartime and postwar tradition of imperial remembrance. John Buchan and Henry Newbolt bring to the work the authority of writers deeply engaged with public history, national service, and the shaping of British wartime memory. Buchan's narrative energy and political-historical awareness meet Newbolt's poetic sense of duty, discipline, and civic inheritance. Together, they align the volume with early twentieth-century imperial culture, while also revealing the vast network of peoples, regions, and institutions mobilized by the conflict. This book is recommended for readers seeking a richly contextualized entry into how the Great War was understood, narrated, and commemorated across the British Empire. It offers a valuable opportunity to encounter multiple theatres, voices, and ideals within a single illustrated volume, fostering reflection on memory, identity, and the costs of global war. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.

• Autore: Buchan John, Callum Deneford, Henry Newbolt
• Curatore: e-artnow
• Anno edizione: 2016
• Editore: e-artnow
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9788026851592