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The Burning Spear
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The Burning Spear

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"The Burning Spear" by John Galsworthy offers a biting satire of military life during World War One. This humorous parody skewers the absurdities of wartime propaganda and the often-farcical nature of the Great War. Through caricature and wit, Galsworthy provides a unique perspective on the conflict, examining the disconnect between the home front and the realities of battle. A classic work of satirical literature, "The Burning Spear" remains a relevant commentary on the human condition amidst the chaos of war. This meticulously prepared edition brings Galsworthy's enduring observations on the First World War to a new audience, offering a timeless reflection on the nature of conflict and the power of humor in the face of adversity.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
124
ISBN
9781023100618

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

"The Burning Spear" by John Galsworthy offers a biting satire of military life during World War One. This humorous parody skewers the absurdities of wartime propaganda and the often-farcical nature of the Great War. Through caricature and wit, Galsworthy provides a unique perspective on the conflict, examining the disconnect between the home front and the realities of battle. A classic work of satirical literature, "The Burning Spear" remains a relevant commentary on the human condition amidst the chaos of war. This meticulously prepared edition brings Galsworthy's enduring observations on the First World War to a new audience, offering a timeless reflection on the nature of conflict and the power of humor in the face of adversity.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
124
ISBN
9781023100618