| Author |
Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
| Title |
Another Sheaf
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The road -- The sacred work -- Balance sheet of the soldier workman -- The children's jewel fund -- France, 1916-1917: an impression -- Englishman and Russian -- American and Briton -- Anglo-American drama and its future --Speculations -- The land, 1917 -- The land, 1918 -- Grotesques.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Another Sheaf" by John Galsworthy is a literary collection written in the early 20th century. The book compiles various essays and reflections touching on themes such as war, peace, society, and the human condition in the aftermath of World War I. Galsworthy’s writing reveals deep insights into the experiences of soldiers and civilians alike, capturing the profound emotional responses to conflict and recovery, emphasizing both the physical and psychological scars left by the war. The opening portion of "Another Sheaf" introduces the reader to the somber landscape following the war, using evocative imagery and a contemplative voice. It paints a haunting picture of soldiers returning from battle—exhausted, yearning for home, and marked by the experiences of warfare. The narrative shifts into the perspective of those waiting for loved ones, illustrating a poignant mix of hope and despair among families. The chapter sets the stage for discussions about the "sacred work" in restoring the war-torn lives of both soldiers and society, serving as a profound reflection on the human spirit’s resilience in the face of tremendous loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Essays
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
29711 |
| Release Date |
Aug 17, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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