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Song of the Guns

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I recently finished reading Song of the Guns by Gilbert Frankau and I must say, it was a truly powerful and captivating story. The novel is set during World War I and follows the journey of a young soldier as he navigates the horrors of war and the toll it takes on both his physical and mental well-being.

Frankau's writing is incredibly descriptive and evocative, bringing to life the chaos and destruction of battlefields as well as the resilience and camaraderie of soldiers. The characters are well-developed and realistic, and I found myself becoming deeply invested in their fates.

The novel also delves into themes of love, loss, and the futility of war, prompting readers to reflect on the true cost of conflict. Frankau does not shy away from depicting the harsh realities of war, making for a thought-provoking and poignant read.

Overall, Song of the Guns is a moving and poignant novel that I would highly recommend to any readers interested in historical fiction or stories of war. It is a beautifully written and emotionally resonant tale that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.

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"A Song of the Guns was written under what are probably the most remarkable conditions in which a poem has ever been composed. The author, who is now serving in Flanders, was present at the battle of Loos, and during a lull in the fighting--when the gunners, who had been sleepless for five nights, were resting like tired dogs under their guns--he jotted down the main theme of the poem. After the battle the artillery brigade to which he was attached was ordered to Ypres, and it was during the long trench warfare in this district, within sight of the ruined tower of Ypres Cathedral, that the poem was finally completed. The last three stanzas were written at midnight in Brigade Headquarters with the German shells screaming over into the ruined town." - Summary by Publisher's Note


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