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This gripping firsthand account of life behind enemy lines in Europe during World War I offers readers a rare and valuable glimpse into a world of secrecy, danger, and uncertainty. Traveling from country to country, the author encounters a wide range of people and experiences, from spies and smugglers to soldiers and civilians. The result is a vivid and unforgettable portrait of a turbulent and transformative period in world history.

First published in 1914, The War of Steel and Gold is a seminal work on the politics of the pre-World War I era. The author, Henry Noel Brailsford, was a journalist and peace activist who argued that the arms race and imperialist policies of European nations were leading inevitably to war. This book is a fascinating insight into the thinking of the time and remains relevant today as a warning against the dangers of aggressive nationalism and militarism.