Expéditions autour de ma tente: Boutades militaires by Joseph Damase Chartrand
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| Author | Chartrand, Joseph Damase, 1852-1905 |
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| Title | Expéditions autour de ma tente: Boutades militaires |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Rénald Lévesque |
| Summary | "Expéditions autour de ma tente: Boutades militaires" by Joseph Damase Chartrand is a narrative work written in the late 19th century. This book appears to be a lighthearted, humorous exploration of military life through the eyes of a Canadian soldier stationed in Algeria. The author aims to imitate the style of Xavier de Maistre while simultaneously acknowledging his own shortcomings, setting an informal and comedic tone for the journey that the protagonist undertakes. The opening of the narrative introduces the author’s tent, which serves as both a physical and metaphorical base for his experiences. Chartrand describes his tent with a blend of self-deprecating humor and pride, reflecting on its simplicity and usefulness compared to the more grandiose tents of his superiors. As he discusses the various aspects of life as a soldier, he establishes a relatable sense of boredom and nostalgia, hinting at the blend of adventure and monotony that characterizes military service. This sets the stage for further chapters detailing his observations and experiences in the vast and rugged landscapes where he is stationed, all colored with his humorous take on the absurdities of soldiering. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | U: Military science |
| Subject | France. Armée -- Military life |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19854 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 44 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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