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Over Periscope Pond

Over Periscope Pond

Esther Sayles Root / Marjorie Crocker

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XpressPress
Año de edición:
2026
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Memorias
ISBN:
9781026204511
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This XpressRead Cram Edition of Over Periscope Pond pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.'Over Periscope Pond: Letters from Two American Girls in Paris October 1916-January 1918' offers a unique and intimate glimpse into World War I. Through a collection of personal letters written by Esther Sayles Root and Marjorie Crocker, readers experience the realities of wartime Paris as seen through the eyes of two American volunteers.These compelling letters provide a firsthand account of their experiences working in hospitals and providing nursing care amidst the ongoing conflict. Far from the front lines, their words paint a vivid picture of daily life, offering poignant insights into the challenges and triumphs of those who served.A valuable historical document, 'Over Periscope Pond' captures the spirit of American volunteers and their contribution to the war effort. This collection is essential reading for anyone interested in World War I history, memoirs, or the experiences of women in wartime France.

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