Letters from the front illuminate life in wartime France. A firsthand glimpse into courage, hardship, and ordinary days behind the ambulance wheels.
Somewhere in France gathers Reginald Noel Sullivan’s personal letters from 1917, offering a vivid view of a American ambulance driver at the front. The writing moves from battle fronts to Paris, detailing daily routines, food, travel, and moments of quiet reflection amid war’s chaos.
Across scenes of mobilization, religious observances, and humane concerns, the letters reveal the author’s evolving thoughts on war, organization, and humanitarian acts. The book stays grounded in personal experience, avoiding sensationalism while capturing the mood of the era.
Ideal for readers of WWI history and collected letters who want a grounded, intimate view of life behind the lines.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique glimpse into the life of a young American man serving in the American Ambulance Field Service during World War I. Through the author's intimate and candid letters home, readers are transported to the trenches of France, experiencing the war's brutal reality firsthand. The author's letters vividly depict the daily routines, hardships, and moments of poignant beauty he encountered while serving the French army. The text reveals his evolving perspective on the conflict, from initial idealism to a growing understanding of the war's profound impact on individuals and societies. Readers are treated to insightful observations of French culture, the social dynamics of American servicemen, and the profound psychological impact of war. The book's historical value lies in its unfiltered depiction of a young man's experiences during a pivotal period in global history, providing a powerful and moving account of the human cost of war. 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 9781332448197_0
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 60 pages. 8.43x5.85x0.73 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1332448194
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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-9781332448197
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