Over The Top (1917)

Over The Top (1917)

Arthur Guy Empey

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437130256
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''Over The Top'' is a memoir written by Arthur Guy Empey, a soldier who fought in World War I. The book is a first-hand account of Empey’s experiences as a member of the British Army, including his training, deployment, and battles in France. Empey provides vivid descriptions of life in the trenches, the horrors of gas attacks, and the camaraderie between soldiers. He also shares his thoughts on the war, the enemy, and the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides. The book is a tribute to the bravery and resilience of the soldiers who fought in World War I, and a reminder of the human cost of war. Published in 1917, ''Over The Top'' was an immediate success, and remains a classic memoir of World War I.Together With Tommy�������s Dictionary Of The Trenches.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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