Under Fire by Henri Barbusse
The Story of a Squad
"Under Fire" is a gripping first-person narrative of life in the trenches during World War I. The protagonist, a French soldier, provides an intimate and harrowing account of the physical and psychological toll of warfare. The book presents a grim picture of the war, highlighting the camaraderie among soldiers, the horror of the battlefield, the senseless loss of life, and the disillusionment of those who must endure it. The narrative is known for its stark realism and profound anti-war sentiments.
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- Published
- 1916
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- Le Feu
- Oheň
- Under Fire By Henri Barbusse
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 69th on Choosing the Century's(20th) Favorite Books(1924) (The Literary Digest)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Prix Goncourt (Prix Goncourt)