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You remember, too, the room 9 It was stuffy and dingy and the pictures were of doubtful taste, but there were things to drink and smoke. The imperturbable Ikla would be sitting in his chair pulling at one of his impossibly luxurious pipes. You would be snorting in another - and I would be holding forth but I am starting an Oxford novelette already and there is no need For two slightly senior contempo raries of ours have already achieved fame. The hydrangeas have blossomed. The Home has been destroyed by a Balliol tongue. The flower-girl has died her death. The Balliol novels have been written - and my first book is this.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of letters written by a young British officer serving as a dispatch rider during the early months of World War I. He details his experiences with humor and honesty, providing a first-hand account of life on the front lines during one of history's most transformative conflicts. The author's experiences shed light on the realities of early 20th-century warfare, exploring themes of courage, camaraderie, and the profound impact of war on individuals and nations alike. Through his vivid descriptions and insightful reflections, the author offers a valuable historical document that brings to life the human face of the Great War. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334159152_0
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