“Man, it seemed, had been created to jab the life out of Germans.”
Quote by Siegfried Sassoon
Work
The Memoirs of George Sherston: Memoirs of a Fox-hunting Man, Memoirs of an Infantry Officer, Sherston's Progress
This omnibus volume brings together three semi-autobiographical novels that trace the personal journey of George Sherston, a fictionalized version of the author. The first book, Memoirs of a Fox-hunting Man, depicts Sherston's idyllic Edwardian childhood in the English countryside, centered on his love of horses and hunting. The second, Memoirs of an Infantry Officer, shifts dramatically to the trenches of the First World War, where Sherston confronts the brutal realities of combat, loss, and disillusionment. The final book, Sherston's Progress, follows his convalescence from war trauma and his gradual re-engagement with civilian life, reflecting on the lasting psychological scars of conflict. Together, the trilogy offers a poignant and understated exploration of innocence, duty, and the transformation of a generation. more
Author
Siegfried Sassoon
Siegfried Sassoon was an English poet known for his anti-war poetry. Born on September 8, 1886, and died on September 1, 1967, Sassoon's poetry is celebrated for its profound emotion and critical reflection on war. more