Memoirs of a Fox-hunting Man

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Exploring his early life through a semi-autobiographical lens, the narrative features a protagonist named George Sherston, a reflection of Sassoon himself. The story is inspired by a wartime incident involving a fox, intertwining themes of nostalgia and the contrast between peaceful pastimes like hunting and the harsh realities of war. Sassoon's transition from poetry to prose is marked by a deep introspection of his formative years, capturing the essence of his experiences before the turmoil of World War I.