A Soldier Of The Great War by Mark Helprin
The novel follows the life of Alessandro Giuliani, an Italian World War I veteran, as he recounts his experiences and reflections during a journey with a young companion. Through a series of vivid flashbacks, Alessandro shares tales of love, loss, and the brutality of war, exploring themes of beauty, memory, and the passage of time. His story weaves together the horrors of the battlefield with moments of profound beauty and philosophical insight, ultimately portraying a rich tapestry of human experience and resilience.
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- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 800-900
- Original Language
- English
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