Findley, Timothy

The Wars

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ISBN 13:
9780571207992
author:
Findley, Timothy
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Faber & Faber
language:
English
Publication Year:
2001
Pages:
218
Dimensions:
127mm X 197mm
Genre:
First World War fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£10.18

Description

The Wars is a powerful and poignant novel about one young man's experience in the trenches of World War I. Against the backdrop of mud, smoke, and death, Robert Ross finds himself driven to make a desperate act of commitment to life. In this haunting and deeply human story, Timothy Findley explores the psychological and emotional toll of war on those who fight it. The result is a novel that is both a powerful anti-war statement and a deeply personal exploration of what it means to be alive in the face of overwhelming death. a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the human cost of war, The Wars is a gripping and unforgettable portrayal of one man's struggle to find meaning in a world gone mad.

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