One Young Man: The Simple And True Story Of A Clerk Who Enlisted In 1914, Who Fought On The Western Front For Nearly Two Years (1917)

By John Ernest Hodder-Williams

Book Overview

One Young Man: The Simple and True Story of a Clerk Who Enlisted in 1914, Who Fought on the Western Front for Nearly Two Years (1917) is a book written by Ernest Hodder-Williams. The book is a personal account of a young clerk who enlists in the British Army in 1914 at the outbreak of World War I. The book follows his journey from his initial enlistment to his deployment to the Western Front, where he fights for nearly two years. The story is a simple and true account of the experiences of a soldier during World War I. It provides a first-hand perspective of the horrors of trench warfare, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the toll that war takes on the human psyche. The book also touches on the impact of war on the soldier's family and loved ones back home.Ernest Hodder-Williams wrote the book based on the letters and diary entries of the young clerk, which were given to him by the soldier's family. The book is a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought in World War I and a reminder of the human cost of war. It is a poignant and moving account of a young man's journey to war and his experiences on the front lines.And Who Was Severely Wounded At The Battle Of The Somme And Is Now On His Way Back To His Desk.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164085379
• ISBN13: 9781164085379
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"