The Middle Parts Of Fortune Somme And Ancre 1916

The Middle Parts of Fortune Somme and Ancre 1916 is a novel written by Frederic Manning that depicts the experiences of soldiers fighting in World War I. The story follows the life of a young soldier named Bourne who is part of the British Army and is sent to fight in the Battle of the Somme and the Battle of Ancre in 1916. The novel portrays the harsh realities of war, including the physical and emotional toll it takes on soldiers, the brutality of combat, and the devastating effects it has on families and communities. The book is known for its vivid and realistic portrayal of the war and has been praised for its attention to detail and its ability to capture the experiences of soldiers on the front lines. Overall, The Middle Parts of Fortune Somme and Ancre 1916 is a powerful and moving novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant events in modern history.The world seemed extraordinarily empty of men, though he knew the ground was alive with them. He was breathing with difficulty, his mouth and throat seemed to be cracking with dryness, and his water bottle was empty. Coming to a dugout, he groped his way down, feeling for the steps with his feet; a piece of Wilson canvas, hung across the passage but twisted aside, rasped his cheek; and a few steps lower his face was enveloped suddenly in the musty folds of a blanket. The dugout was empty. For the moment he collapsed there, indifferent to everything.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.