Siegfried Sassoon Knihy
Siegfried Sassoon byl básník, jehož dílo silně poznamenala první světová válka. Jeho raná poezie oslavovala idylické motivy, ale válečné zážitky ho přiměly k vytvoření syrových a upřímných básní, které se zabývaly brutalitou a nesmyslností konfliktu. Sassoonův styl se vyznačuje ostrou ironií a silným sociálním cítěním, čímž se stal jedním z nejdůležitějších hlasů válečné poezie. Jeho díla dodnes rezonují jako naléhavé svědectví lidského utrpení a volání po míru.
The book has been expertly reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability for contemporary readers. Aimed at preserving its historical significance, the modern edition allows both present and future generations to engage with this classical work. By avoiding scanned copies, the text maintains a fresh and accessible presentation, emphasizing the importance of keeping such essential literature alive.
The Complete Memoirs of George Sherston
- 656 stránek
- 23 hodin čtení
The Complete Memoirs of George Sherston includes Sherston's Progress and both Memoirs,
The Old Huntsman and Other Poems
- 120 stránek
- 5 hodin čtení
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote important literature by providing affordable, high-quality modern editions that remain true to the original text.
Sassoon's fame as a novelist and autobiographer, and the success of his posthumously published Diaries, have somewhat obscured his achievement as a poet. Apart from the famous War Poems of 1919, which firmly established his reputation, he published eight volumes of verse during his lifetime. This collected edition represents his own choice of the poems he wished to preserve. It was first published in 1947 and subsequently enlarged to include the late poems in Sequences.
For "The War Poems of Siegfried Sassoon," Sir Rupert Hart-Davis has arranged the poems as far as possible in the order of their composition. A useful Biographical Table is also included, so that students, scholars, and other readers can trace the movement of the soldier alongside the mind of the poet. Fourteen of the poems in this volume are published for the first time.
Counter-Attack: And Other Poems
- 70 stránek
- 3 hodiny čtení
Selected for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It offers insights that have been recognized by scholars as essential for understanding historical and societal contexts.
The third volume of Siegfried Sassoon's trilogy continues the poignant exploration of George Sherston's experiences during World War I. It delves into the complexities of war, personal identity, and the impact of conflict on the human spirit. With a new introduction by historian Paul Fussell, this edition enriches the narrative by providing historical context and insights into Sassoon's literary significance. The memoir captures the essence of a soldier's journey, blending humor and tragedy in a compelling narrative.
