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“You smug-faced crowds with kindling eye Who cheer when soldier lads march by, Sneak home and pray you'll never know The hell where youth and laughter go.”

Quote by Siegfried Sassoon

Book:Siegfried Sassoon's long journey: selections from the Sherston memoirs

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Siegfried Sassoon's long journey: selections from the Sherston memoirs

This book is a curated selection of Siegfried Sassoon's Sherston memoirs, providing readers with a glimpse into the author's personal journey, experiences, and thoughts. The memoirs offer a candid portrayal of Sassoon's life, including his military service, personal relationships, and literary pursuits. more

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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

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