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The Soul of the War

Philip Gibbs

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English
Double 9 Books LLP
04 January 2023
"British writer Philip Gibbs wrote a book of articles titled ""The Soul of the War"" during in World War I. The book gives a vivid and first-person description of how the conflict played out. Based on his experiences as a war journalist and his encounters with troops serving on the front lines, Gibbs presents a distinctive viewpoint on the conflict in the book. He talks about the brutality and destruction of the conflict as well as the fortitude and perseverance of the men who participated in it. The articles in ""The Soul of the War"" discuss a variety of subjects, such as how the war affected everyday life, what it was like for men to fight in the trenches, and how it affected politics and society. Gibbs also considers the war's larger ramifications, such as its impact on national identity and the evolving position of women in society. All things considered, ""The Soul of the War"" is a stirring and perceptive perspective on one of the most important occasions in human history. The writing of Gibbs captures the humanity of the battle and serves as a moving reminder of the human cost of war."

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Imprint:   Double 9 Books LLP
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 16mm
Weight:   420g
ISBN:   9789357487245
ISBN 10:   9357487247
Pages:   280
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Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

"British writer and war reporter Philip Gibbs (1877-1962) is most known for his coverage of World War I. Later, he worked for the Daily Telegraph and the Daily Express after beginning his career as a correspondent for the Daily Chronicle. He was embedded with British forces and covered the main engagements on the Western Front throughout the conflict. As many people read and admired his reporting, he was given the Order of the British Empire in 1918. During the war, Gibbs continued to work as a writer and published numerous books, including ""The Soul of the War"" and ""Realities of War,"" on his experiences there. He worked as a foreign correspondent as well, reporting on things like the Nuremberg trials and the Spanish Civil War. Over his career, Gibbs wrote to several periodicals and was a prolific writer. He received an honorary doctorate from the University of Birmingham and was a member of the Royal Society of Literature. At the age of 85, he passed away in 1962."

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