Publisher's Synopsis
Tales of War is a collection of short stories written by Lord Dunsany, a prominent Irish author and playwright. The book features a series of tales set in various war zones, including World War I and the Boer War. Each story offers a unique perspective on the experience of war, from the perspective of soldiers, civilians, and even animals. Some stories explore the horrors of battle and the toll it takes on those involved, while others focus on the humanity and compassion that can arise in even the most dire of circumstances. Dunsany's writing is characterized by his vivid descriptions and poetic language, which bring each story to life and capture the emotions and experiences of the characters. Overall, Tales of War is a powerful and thought-provoking collection that offers a glimpse into the realities of war and the human spirit that endures even in the darkest of times.Fritz Groedenschasser, standing in that unseemly mud, greatly yearned for them to find soon what they were looking for. Eight batteries searching for something they can't find, along a trench in which you have to be, leaves the elephant hunter's most desperate tale a little dull and insipid. Not that Fritz Groedenschasser knew anything about elephant hunting: he hated all things sporting, and cordially approved of the execution of Nurse Cavell. And there was thermite too.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
