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Preface by Sir Winston Churchill KG and an Introduction by John TerraineThis is the story of one man's secret battle against himself, as he is tested and brought to breaking point, first in Gallipoli, then with his young wife in London, and finally in the trenches of the Western... Read Full Overview

The Secret Battle is a novel by A. P. Herbert, first published in 1919. The book draws upon Herbert's experiences as a junior infantry officer in the First World War, and has been praised for its accurate and truthful portrayal of the mental effects of the war on the participants... Read Full Overview

In 'The Secret Battle, ' A. P. Herbert intricately weaves a narrative that explores the psychological and emotional turmoil experienced by soldiers during World War I. Set against the backdrop of the brutal realities of the war, the novel employs a rich, evocative literary style... Read Full Overview

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This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

In The Secret Battle A. P. Herbert tells the story of an idealistic, young officer called Harry Penrose. First in Gallipoli, then in the trenches of France, he is tested and brought to breaking point as he battles to retain the ideals of military glory, duty and courage amidst... Read Full Overview

"The Secret Battle should be read in each generation, so that men and women may rest under no illusion about what war means, a soldier's tale cut in stone to melt all hearts."

--Sir Winston Churchill

Originally published in 1919, The Secret Battle honestly portrays... Read Full Overview

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"The Secret Battle" offers a stark and unflinching look at the realities of war. A. P. Herbert's powerful narrative explores the psychological toll of battle on soldiers during World War One. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to experience a classic war story... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

The Secret Battle is a novel written by Alan Patrick Herbert and published in 1919. The book is a fictional account of a young officer's experiences during World War I. The story follows the protagonist, Harry Penrose, as he joins the army and is sent to the front lines. Penrose... Read Full Overview

The Secret Battle is a novel written by Alan Patrick Herbert and published in 1919. The book follows the story of a young British soldier named Harry Penrose who enlists in the army during World War I. Harry is a talented and intelligent officer who quickly rises through the... Read Full Overview