Excerpt from The Silence of Colonel Bramble
The motors purred at the door. Colonel Bramble, Major Parker and the French interpreter, Aurelle, went on foot to their billets among the hops and beetroot fields.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the lives of a group of British officers stationed in Flanders during World War I. The author vividly portrays their day-to-day routines, their interactions with each other, and their differing views on the world. The book provides a glimpse into the culture and attitudes of the British military during the war, exploring the themes of masculinity, patriotism, and the impact of war on human nature. The officers engage in lively discussions about politics, sports, and the nature of war itself, reflecting the intellectual and emotional complexities of the time. The book also explores the contrast between the officers' sheltered existence in their billets and the harsh realities of the battlefield. This fascinating book offers a unique perspective on the social dynamics and cultural norms of a generation shaped by a global conflict. 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 9781332738595_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332738595
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332738595
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