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Bernard Adams Book order
This author is distinguished as the first British soldier during World War I to publish his wartime memoirs while the conflict still raged. Written during his convalescence after being wounded, his account offers a raw and immediate perspective on life at the front over eight months with a Welsh battalion. The work stands out for its authenticity, providing a unique soldier's-eye view of the war experience. His testimony is a valuable historical and literary document capturing the horrors and realities of the front line.
- 2022
- 2021
- 2016
Mindful Moments
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
30 day plan for supercharged results"--Cover.
- 2008
Nothing Of Importance
Eight Months At The Front With A Welsh Battalion (1918)
- 356 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The memoir captures the experiences of British soldier Bernard Adams on the Western Front during the First World War, specifically from March to November 1917. It vividly depicts trench warfare, gas attacks, and the camaraderie among soldiers, showcasing Adams' candid and humorous writing style. This firsthand account offers both informative and entertaining insights into the daily life of a soldier, making it a valuable historical document for those interested in the war. The book is presented as a facsimile reprint, preserving its cultural significance.
- 2002
Denis Johnston: A Life
- 370 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The biography offers an in-depth exploration of Johnston's life through his extensive diaries, letters, and unfinished autobiography housed in Trinity College, Dublin. Adams meticulously examines the 'untidy museum' of Johnston's past, providing a rich and intimate portrayal of the subject's experiences and reflections. This detailed examination reveals the complexities of Johnston's character and the historical context in which he lived.
- 2001
NOTHING OF IMPORTANCE. A Record of Eight Months at the Front with a Welsh Battalion October 1915 to June 1916
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Memoir of an officer of the 1st Royal Welsh Fusiliers who arrived in France in October 1915, was wounded in June 1916, returned to his battalion in January 1917 and died of wound in Feb 1918. An outstanding account of trench warfare