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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
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Bullets & Billets
Bruce Bairnsfather
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R840
Discovery Miles 8 400
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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""I hope that this forecast is a true one. If this sketch book is
worthy to outlast the days of the war, and to be kept for
remembrance on the shelves of those who have lived through it, it
will have done its bit. For will it not be a standing reminder of
the ingloriousness of war, its preposterous absurdity, and of its
futility as a means of settling the affairs of nations?"" This book
is part of the World War One Centenary series; creating, collating
and reprinting new and old works of poetry, fiction, autobiography
and analysis. The series forms a commemorative tribute to mark the
passing of one of the world's bloodiest wars, offering new
perspectives on this tragic yet fascinating period of human
history. Each publication also includes brand new introductory
essays and a timeline to help the reader place the work in its
historical context.
""Down South, in the Valley of the Somme, far from the spots
recorded in this book, I began to write this story. In billets it
was. I strolled across the old farmyard and into the wood beyond.
Sitting by a gurgling little stream, I began, with the aid of a
notebook and a pencil, to record the joys and sorrows of my first
six months in France. I do not claim any unique quality for these
experiences. Many thousands have had the same. I have merely, by
request, made a record of my times out there, in the way that they
appeared to me."" This book is part of the World War One Centenary
series; creating, collating and reprinting new and old works of
poetry, fiction, autobiography and analysis. The series forms a
commemorative tribute to mark the passing of one of the world's
bloodiest wars, offering new perspectives on this tragic yet
fascinating period of human history. Each publication also includes
brand new introductory essays and a timeline to help the reader
place the work in its historical context.
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the
classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer
them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so
that everyone can enjoy them.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
1917. Bruce Bairnsfather's cartoons were to the general public
during World War I what Bill Mauldin's cartoons were to be in World
War II. His "If you know of a better 'ole-get to it" may be the
most famous cartoon of all time. His humorous portrayals of
ordinary soldiers in the trenches were a great morale booster and
were still serving as an inspiration years later during the dark
days of the Second World War.
1917. Bruce Bairnsfather's cartoons were to the general public
during World War I what Bill Mauldin's cartoons were to be in World
War II. His "If you know of a better 'ole-get to it" may be the
most famous cartoon of all time. His humorous portrayals of
ordinary soldiers in the trenches were a great morale booster and
were still serving as an inspiration years later during the dark
days of the Second World War.
This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the
original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as
marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe
this work is culturally important, we have made it available as
part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting
the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions
that are true to the original work.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
1917. Bruce Bairnsfather's cartoons were to the general public
during World War I what Bill Mauldin's cartoons were to be in World
War II. His "If you know of a better 'ole-get to it" may be the
most famous cartoon of all time. His humorous portrayals of
ordinary soldiers in the trenches were a great morale booster and
were still serving as an inspiration years later during the dark
days of the Second World War.
1917. Bruce Bairnsfather's cartoons were to the general public
during World War I what Bill Mauldin's cartoons were to be in World
War II. His "If you know of a better 'ole-get to it" may be the
most famous cartoon of all time. His humorous portrayals of
ordinary soldiers in the trenches were a great morale booster and
were still serving as an inspiration years later during the dark
days of the Second World War.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishings Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the worlds literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
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