Wilfred Owen, Siegfried Sassoon

Broschiertes Buch

Poems

Beschreibung

Wilfred Owen's "Poems" offers a stark and unflinching look at the realities of war. As a soldier in World War I, Owen experienced firsthand the horrors of trench warfare, the ever-present specter of death, and the profound sense of loss that permeated the lives of those who fought. This collection of war poetry serves as a powerful testament to the physical and psychological trauma endured by soldiers during one of history's most devastating conflicts. Owen's verses capture the brutal conditions, the constant fear, and the erosion of humanity that defined the war experience. Through vivid imagery and unflinching honesty, "Poems" provides a timeless and enduring perspective on the human cost of war. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures that Owen's vital voice continues to resonate with readers, offering a poignant reflection on the enduring themes of conflict, sacrifice, and the search for meaning amidst unimaginable suffering. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Wilfred Owen (1893-1918) was one of the leading poets of the First World War. Brought up in Birkenhead and Shrewsbury, Owen worked as a lay assistant to the vicar of Dunsden before teaching in France the year before the war broke out. In 1915 he enlisted in the Artists Rifles and was wounded in combat in 1917. Recovering from concussion and shell shock in an Edinburgh hospital, Owen met another patient, the poet Siegfried Sassoon, who became his mentor. At this time Owen wrote many of his greatest poems including 'Anthem for Doomed Youth'. In June 1918 Owen returned to France and was awarded the Military Cross for bravery. He was killed on 4th November 1918, one week before Armistice Day.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 104g
• ISBN-13: 9781022967052
• ISBN-10: 1022967053
• Artikelnr.: 73929036