A Captive at Carlsruhe and Other German Prison Camps by Joseph Lee
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About this eBook
| Author | Lee, Joseph, 1876-1949 |
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| Title | A Captive at Carlsruhe and Other German Prison Camps |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Captive at Carlsruhe and Other German Prison Camps" by Joseph Lee is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the experiences of prisoners of war in German camps during World War I, focusing on the author's own captivity and the various incidents he encountered. The narrative likely emphasizes the camaraderie among prisoners from different backgrounds and the struggles they faced in captivity. The opening of the account introduces the author and fellow captives arriving in Carlsruhe, a factory repurposed as a prison camp. The initial experiences are marked by hunger, despair, and a profound sense of loss as they surrender personal belongings and letters, while struggling with the boredom and dehumanization of imprisonment. The author details moments of humanity amidst bleakness, such as receiving letters, sharing meals, and engaging in creative activities, hinting at the resilience of the human spirit even under dire circumstances. The text sets a tone of both poignancy and humor, reflecting the complexities of war and captivity through the eyes of those caught in its grip. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, British |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Prisoners and prisons, German |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51222 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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