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LoC No.: 15014508
Title: The Irish Nuns at Ypres: An Episode of the War
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Smith, Elder & Co.,1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Irish Nuns at Ypres: An Episode of the War" by Dame M. Columban is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative chronicles the experiences of a community of Irish nuns during World War I, specifically focusing on their harrowing encounters as they navigate the chaos of war in Ypres, Belgium. The story highlights themes of faith, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity, as the nuns strive to protect their monastery and care for the wounded amidst the horrors of combat. At the start of the narrative, the atmosphere in Ypres is tense as rumors of the German army's advance reach the nuns. They respond by dimming the lights in their monastery and preparing for potential conflict. The Mother Prioress addresses the community, revealing that the Germans have indeed entered the town, alarming everyone. As the nuns witness the entry of the occupying army, they are filled with dread but hold steadfast in their faith, gathering for prayer and seeking divine protection. This opening section sets the stage for the nuns' trials, casting light on their bravery and sense of duty as they prepare to face the ensuing chaos and uncertainty of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Columban, M., Dame
Author of introduction, etc.: Redmond, John Edward, 1856-1918
Editor: O'Brien, R. Barry (Richard Barry), 1847-1918
EBook No.: 67512
Published: Feb 26, 2022
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 15014508
Title: The Irish Nuns at Ypres: An Episode of the War
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Smith, Elder & Co.,1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Irish Nuns at Ypres: An Episode of the War" by Dame M. Columban is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative chronicles the experiences of a community of Irish nuns during World War I, specifically focusing on their harrowing encounters as they navigate the chaos of war in Ypres, Belgium. The story highlights themes of faith, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity, as the nuns strive to protect their monastery and care for the wounded amidst the horrors of combat. At the start of the narrative, the atmosphere in Ypres is tense as rumors of the German army's advance reach the nuns. They respond by dimming the lights in their monastery and preparing for potential conflict. The Mother Prioress addresses the community, revealing that the Germans have indeed entered the town, alarming everyone. As the nuns witness the entry of the occupying army, they are filled with dread but hold steadfast in their faith, gathering for prayer and seeking divine protection. This opening section sets the stage for the nuns' trials, casting light on their bravery and sense of duty as they prepare to face the ensuing chaos and uncertainty of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Columban, M., Dame
Author of introduction, etc.: Redmond, John Edward, 1856-1918
Editor: O'Brien, R. Barry (Richard Barry), 1847-1918
EBook No.: 67512
Published: Feb 26, 2022
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.