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Parrott, Edward
1863
1921
Parrott, James Edward
Parrott, J. Edward
The Children's Story of the War Volume 4 (of 10)
The Story of the Year 1915
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"The Children's Story of the War Volume 4 (of 10)" by Sir Edward Parrott is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically focusing on the events of World War I in the year 1915. This volume serves as an engaging narrative aimed primarily at younger audiences to help them understand the complexities and significance of the war. It covers various battles, military strategies, and the impact of war on nations and individuals, providing context to the significant global conflict. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for the year 1915, describing the dire challenges faced by the Allies as they mobilized to respond to the escalating war. It elaborates on Britain's efforts to arm and train a massive army while simultaneously supporting Allied nations suffering from shortages. The narrative highlights the social dynamics, including labor disputes and the need for a unified national government, as well as the necessity for increased munitions production. It introduces the significant sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike, underscoring themes of courage, unity, and the arduous journey toward eventual victory in a conflict that claimed millions of lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile literature
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Browsing: History - General
Browsing: History - Warfare
Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: History - British
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
Category: History - Warfare
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