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Adams, Bernard
1890
1917
Adams, John Bernard Pye
18002824
Nothing of Importance
A record of eight months at the front with a Welsh battalion, October, 1915, to June, 1916
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"Nothing of Importance" by Bernard Adams is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book documents the author's experiences over eight months at the front lines during World War I, specifically focusing on life with a Welsh battalion from October 1915 to June 1916. The narrative explores the complexities and harsh realities of war through the perspective of Adams, who joined the military not out of a desire for glory but to serve a greater moral cause. At the start of the narrative, Adams provides an intimate and reflective look at his initial journey to the front, filled with personal thoughts and observations as he travels with fellow officers. The opening portion captures a mix of nervous anticipation, self-consciousness, and the camaraderie that develops among the group. As they navigate their way to the front lines, the realities of military life begin to set in, from the wait times during the journey to the eventual arrival in a war-torn landscape. Adams shares his first impressions and struggles with feelings of inadequacy and the overwhelming newness of trench warfare, setting the tone for the vivid recounting of the experiences that will follow throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, English
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Category: Biographies
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
Category: History - Warfare
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