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Title: Unhappy Far-Off Things
Note: Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Tom Harris
Summary: "Unhappy Far-Off Things" by Lord Dunsany is a collection of prose poems and reflective essays written in the early 20th century, specifically in the aftermath of World War I. The work draws attention to the tragic consequences of war, focusing on the deep suffering experienced by the people and places affected by the conflict, particularly in France. This poignant commentary on loss and devastation captures both the physical ruins and the emotional scars left behind by the atrocities of war. In this evocative collection, Dunsany presents various scenes of destruction and melancholy, exploring the remnants of towns, gardens, and homes that once thrived but have now been laid waste. Through vivid imagery and careful reflection, he recounts encounters with desolate landscapes and individuals grappling with their profound losses. The narratives expose the harsh reality of civilization's fragility in the face of conflict, and Dunsany's poetic style enhances the emotional weight, allowing readers to feel the depth of despair alongside the fleeting beauty of nature reclaiming its domain over abandoned places. Ultimately, the book serves as a powerful tribute to the forgotten lives and stories overshadowed by the march of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dunsany, Lord, 1878-1957
EBook No.: 13820
Published: Oct 21, 2004
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- France
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Unhappy Far-Off Things
Note: Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Tom Harris
Summary: "Unhappy Far-Off Things" by Lord Dunsany is a collection of prose poems and reflective essays written in the early 20th century, specifically in the aftermath of World War I. The work draws attention to the tragic consequences of war, focusing on the deep suffering experienced by the people and places affected by the conflict, particularly in France. This poignant commentary on loss and devastation captures both the physical ruins and the emotional scars left behind by the atrocities of war. In this evocative collection, Dunsany presents various scenes of destruction and melancholy, exploring the remnants of towns, gardens, and homes that once thrived but have now been laid waste. Through vivid imagery and careful reflection, he recounts encounters with desolate landscapes and individuals grappling with their profound losses. The narratives expose the harsh reality of civilization's fragility in the face of conflict, and Dunsany's poetic style enhances the emotional weight, allowing readers to feel the depth of despair alongside the fleeting beauty of nature reclaiming its domain over abandoned places. Ultimately, the book serves as a powerful tribute to the forgotten lives and stories overshadowed by the march of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dunsany, Lord, 1878-1957
EBook No.: 13820
Published: Oct 21, 2004
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- France
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.