The Grey Wave by A. Hamilton Gibbs
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| Author | Gibbs, A. Hamilton (Arthur Hamilton), 1888-1964 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Gibbs, Philip, 1877-1962 |
| LoC No. | 20004884 |
| Title | The Grey Wave |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The ranks -- Ubique -- The Western Front -- The Armistice. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Grey Wave" by Major A. Hamilton Gibbs is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the personal experiences of Gibbs as a soldier during World War I, revealing insights into the life of a recruit facing the realities of war. It focuses on the transformation of young men as they prepare to engage in combat, conveying the struggles of military training, the bonds formed between soldiers, and the psychological impact of warfare. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Gibbs' journey by describing his life before the war, including his initial reluctance to join the fight after recovering from an operation. However, as he observes the increasing fervor among his peers in London, he gradually comes to terms with the necessity of enlistment. From training camps to barracks, Gibbs details the stark contrasts between his past and the harsh realities of military life, while capturing moments of camaraderie, humor, and profound introspection. The initial chapters depict his thoughts during the recruiting process, his early days in the army, and the raw experiences shared with fellow recruits as they seek purpose and identity amidst the chaos surrounding them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, British |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63466 |
| Release Date | Oct 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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