Letters to Helen: Impressions of an Artist on the Western Front by Keith Henderson
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About this eBook
| Author | Henderson, Keith, 1883-1982 |
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| LoC No. | 18020397 |
| Title | Letters to Helen: Impressions of an Artist on the Western Front |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Letters to Helen: Impressions of an Artist on the Western Front" by Keith Henderson is a collection of personal letters written during the First World War, providing a unique view into the experiences of an artist serving in the military. This work likely comes from the early 20th century, capturing the sentiments and realities of war through the eyes of Henderson as he recounts his journey on the Western Front. In his correspondence, he addresses Helen, sharing vivid descriptions of his surroundings, the camaraderie amongst soldiers, and the emotional turmoil of wartime life. The opening of the book sets the scene as Henderson describes his travels from England to France, filled with details about the transport and the people involved. He speaks of the excitement of the men as they leave home, the challenges faced during their journey, and the release of tension upon arrival at the front. As he settles in at a French château, Henderson reflects on the stark contrast between the natural beauty surrounding him and the war looming nearby, with sounds of gunfire ever-present. He also introduces his fellow soldiers and their experiences, revealing his yearning for artistic expression amidst the chaos of war, as he expresses a desire to sketch and depict the increasingly surreal environment. Overall, the beginning establishes an atmospheric foundation for the subsequent letters that delve deeper into the trials and tribulations of life on the front lines. (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, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16626 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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