Servants of the Guns by Jeffery E. Jeffery

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Author Jeffery, Jeffery E. (Jeffery Eardley), 1887-
LoC No. 18011278
Title Servants of the Guns
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Summary "Servants of the Guns" by Jeffery E. Jeffery is a historical novel set during World War I, specifically mirroring the experiences of soldiers and artillery units in the trenches. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a subaltern tasked with overseeing a battery, highlighting the drastic transformations wrought by the shifting landscape of warfare. The book delves into the grim realities of combat while capturing the camaraderie, resilience, and adaptability of soldiers as they confront the brutalities of war. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the protagonist as he reflects on his current deployment compared to earlier, more hopeful days. As he journeys through war-torn Flanders on a troop train, memories of camaraderie and confidence in their military efficiency starkly contrast with the muddied and desperate state of the present. Notably, he interacts with his fellow soldiers, including a young subaltern dubbed "The Child," who has already experienced significant hardships, revealing the stark maturation forced upon them by the war. The opening chapters set the tone for a harrowing yet poignant exploration of duty, sacrifice, and the bitter irony of a conflict that has evolved far from its original intentions. (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
Subject Great Britain. Army -- Artillery
Category Text
EBook-No. 37628
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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