Le feu (Journal d'une Escouade) by Henri Barbusse
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| Author | Barbusse, Henri, 1873-1935 |
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| Title | Le feu (Journal d'une Escouade) |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Under_Fire_(Barbusse_novel) Wikipedia page about this book: https: //fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Feu_(Barbusse) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Le feu (Journal d'une Escouade)" by Henri Barbusse is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book is a poignant depiction of the experiences of a group of soldiers in the trenches during World War I. It delves into the grim realities of war, exploring themes of camaraderie, suffering, and the psychological toll of combat. The story is narrated through the perspective of a soldier who is part of the squad, capturing the voices and struggles of his comrades as they grapple with the futility of war. The opening of "Le feu" introduces us to a group of wounded soldiers recuperating in a sanatorium as news of the war reaches them. The men, from different nationalities, discuss the declaration of war with a mix of disbelief and resignation. As they observe the serene beauty of their surroundings, the gravity of the conflict looming over them becomes apparent. The story then shifts to the depiction of daily life in the trenches, where soldiers navigate the horrors of their environment, from the mud to the constant threat of violence. Barbusse's vivid descriptions illustrate not only the physical aspects of war but also the emotional strains and shared experiences that bond the men together in their hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48212 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 154 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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