A powerful portrait of a town learning to live again with the return of its sons. This collection of reflections explores how communities are changed by heroism, sacrifice, and the everyday courage of families. It shows how the sight of returning soldiers can renew hope, spark acts of generosity, and reshape daily life with a shared sense of purpose.
The book delves into the mood and memory of a community after war. It highlights how homes feel different when a boy comes back, how humor, gratitude, and neighborliness replace old worries, and how Christmas becomes a symbol of renewed possibility. It offers a grounded, human view of resilience, not grand speeches.
Ideal for readers who want a thoughtful look at community, memory, and the costs and rewards of peace.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This heartfelt book explores the collective experience of a community as its young men return from a terrible war. The author vividly portrays the palpable joy and relief mingled with a profound sense of loss as the soldiers are welcomed home. The book delves into the transformative impact of their return, as they bring with them a renewed sense of purpose and an unwavering belief in the ideals for which they fought. The author deftly captures the complex emotions of the townspeople as they grapple with the challenges of rebuilding their lives in the wake of the war. They learn to embrace the joyous spirit of youth once again, finding strength and inspiration in the unseen presence of those who have fallen. Through these poignant stories, the book explores themes of sacrifice, renewal, and the enduring power of love and community. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of humanity, reminding readers of the transformative power of hope and the enduring legacy of those who fight for a better world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330986011_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330986011
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330986011
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : moluna, Greven, Allemagne
Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Return of Our Boys: A Tale of Great DaysIt had been a wet and cheerless summer. True to its name, it had rained nineteen days out of every nineteen. The war was over. Most of our soldiers had returned from. N° de réf. du vendeur 2147815483
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25876969/2
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)