Above the Battle by Romain Rolland
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About this eBook
| Author | Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944 |
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| Translator | Ogden, C. K. (Charles Kay), 1889-1957 |
| LoC No. | 16007501 |
| Title | Above the Battle |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Sequel: The Forerunners, #31313. |
| Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Print project.) |
| Summary | "Above the Battle" by Romain Rolland is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century during the tumultuous period of World War I. The work reflects profound philosophical and humanitarian reflections on the nature of war, nationalism, and humanity’s shared ideals, positioning itself against the backdrop of conflict as Rolland advocates for understanding and peace among nations. The author, a French intellectual and pacifist, endeavors to highlight the moral implications of war while addressing both the soldiers and the broader society. The opening of the narrative vividly depicts the burgeoning tensions across Europe as war looms, likening the continent to a forest on fire—the urgency and chaos palpable as the desire for conflict engulfs the populace. Rolland introspects on various national sentiments, mourning the loss of brotherhood among young men from different nations who are led to fight for egotistical ambitions rather than shared ideals. Through lyrical and poignant prose, Rolland calls on the youth and thinkers of Europe to transcend their instincts for revenge and competition, urging them instead to unite in the spirit of understanding and cooperation. This reflective beginning sets the stage for a compelling exploration of the psychological and societal consequences of war, making it a challenging but thought-provoking read for those interested in the philosophical discourse surrounding conflict and community. (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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32779 |
| Release Date | Jun 12, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 15, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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