A soldier’s journey along the Shatt-el-Arab reveals heat, danger, and human moments in a land at war.
River of Sand follows a traveler’s voyage through Mesopotamia, where boats push through blistering heat, riverbanks run flat to the horizon, and life unfolds in the blur of logistics, combat, and everyday resilience. The narrative moves from Basra to Kurna and beyond, painting scenes of bustling ports, crowded steamer decks, and the constant struggle with climate and distance. It also looks at hospital life, the practical needs of troops, and the human humor that threads through hardship.
The book blends vivid travel writing with frontline observations, offering a window into how a modern military campaign unfolds along a mighty river. Readers will meet interpreters, medics, and soldiers, and witness moments of humor, danger, and quiet resolve amid heat, dust, and movement.
Ideal for readers drawn to military history, travel memoirs, and portraits of life on and around a war-riven river.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the realities of medical service during World War I. The author, a medical professional, provides a firsthand account of his experiences in Mesopotamia, a region rife with challenges. Drawing on personal observations, the book vividly portrays the harsh realities of war and the debilitating impact of the intense heat and disease on soldiers. The book delves into the themes of human resilience, the complexities of wartime medical practice, and the profound influence of the environment on both the physical and mental well-being of soldiers. The author's insights into the difficulties of procuring supplies, the struggle to provide adequate care in the face of limited resources, and the overwhelming psychological impact of war paint a stark picture of life at the front. The book offers a stark contrast to the romanticized depictions of war often found in literature, revealing the grim realities of war in a way that is both poignant and unforgettable. 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 9781440077562_0
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 180 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.41 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1440077568
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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-9781440077562
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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-9781440077562
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