On the Western Front: Soldiers' Stories from France and Flanders, 1914-1918 - Hardcover
Official histories of the First World War are accounts of strategy and tactics, political and logistical considerations. After reading them many might ask why soldiers are rarely mentioned except in terms of military units. Even regimental histories devote more space to the plans and concepts than to the men used to implement the plans. This book was the first serious attempt to illustrate the humanity of the soldier on the Western Front, reflecting the war as they saw it from first shot to last. These tales, told to fellow men in the trenches, behind the lines, at base hospitals and at the estaminets and billets during rest periods, have been recorded here.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
John Laffin was a hugely respected and prolific military historian. He wrote many books after seeing active service himself. These include 'Jackbook', 'Tommy Atkins', 'Britiswh Butchers and Bunglers of World War One' and 'Secrets of Leadership', all published by Sutton.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherQuadrillion Publishing Ltd
- Publication date1998
- ISBN 10 1841000140
- ISBN 13 9781841000145
- BindingHardcover
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
On the Western Front: Soldiers' Stories from France and Flanders, 1914-1918
Published by
Bramley Books
(1998)
ISBN 10: 1841000140
ISBN 13: 9781841000145
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. All orders are dispatched the following working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we have over 500,000 books in stock. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied. Seller Inventory # mon0006729213
Buy Used
US$ 4.47
Convert currency
Stock Image
On the Western Front: Soldiers Stories from France and Flanders, 1914-1918
Published by
Bramley Books
(1998)
ISBN 10: 1841000140
ISBN 13: 9781841000145
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Used; Very Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Seller Inventory # CHL9545301
Buy Used
US$ 2.76
Convert currency
Stock Image
On the Western Front: Soldiers' Stories from France and Flanders, 1914-1918
Published by
Bramley Books
(1998)
ISBN 10: 1841000140
ISBN 13: 9781841000145
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,700grams, ISBN:9781841000145. Seller Inventory # 9464144
Buy Used
US$ 3.28
Convert currency
Seller Image
On the Western Front : soldiers' stories from France and Flanders : 1914-1918 / John Laffin
Published by
Godalming : Bramley
(1998)
ISBN 10: 1841000140
ISBN 13: 9781841000145
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Reprint. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; 277p. : ill., maps,ports. ; 23cm. Subjects; Generals Great Britain History 20th century. World War, 1914-1918 Campaigns Western Front. World War, 1914-1918 ; Personal narratives, British. World War, 1914-1918 Campaigns France. World War, 1914-1918 Campaigns Belgium 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 367514
Buy Used
US$ 21.71
Convert currency
Seller Image
On the Western Front : soldiers' stories from France and Flanders : 1914-1918 / John Laffin
Published by
Godalming : Bramley
(1998)
ISBN 10: 1841000140
ISBN 13: 9781841000145
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Reprint. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; 277p. : ill., maps,ports. ; 23cm. Subjects; Generals Great Britain History 20th century. World War, 1914-1918 Campaigns Western Front. World War, 1914-1918 ; Personal narratives, British. World War, 1914-1918 Campaigns France. World War, 1914-1918 Campaigns Belgium 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 367514
Buy Used
US$ 14.42
Convert currency
Stock Image
ON THE WESTERN FRONT: Soldiers' Stories from France and Flanders, 1914-1918
Published by
Bramley Books, London
(1998)
ISBN 10: 1841000140
ISBN 13: 9781841000145
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardback. Condition: Mint. Dust Jacket Condition: Mint. First Thus. This copy is in mint, unmarked condition bound in illustrated laminated boards. This copy is bright, tight, white and square. The unclipped dustwrapper is in mint condition. International postal rates are calculated on a book weighing 1 Kilo, in cases where the book weighs more than 1 Kilo increased postal rates will be quoted, where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. Official histories of the First World War are accounts of strategy and tactics, political and logistical considerations. After reading them many might ask why soldiers are rarely mentioned except in terms of military units. Even regimental histories devote more space to the plans and concepts than to the men used to implement the plans. This book was the first serious attempt to illustrate the humanity of the soldier on the Western Front, reflecting the war as they saw it from first shot to last. These tales, told to fellow men in the trenches, behind the lines, at base hospitals and at the estaminets and billets during rest periods, have been recorded here. Ref MMM 4. Seller Inventory # 024938
Buy Used
US$ 19.66
Convert currency
Stock Image
On the Western Front. Soldiers Stories from France and Flanders 1914-1918
Published by
Bramley Books
(1998)
ISBN 10: 1841000140
ISBN 13: 9781841000145
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. Presumed reprint. Type: Book An unread book. Seller Inventory # 030465
Buy Used
US$ 31.45
Convert currency
Seller Image
On the Western Front : Soldiers' Stories from France and Flanders (TM)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 2nd Edition. Seller Inventory # 6810
Buy Used
US$ 15.73
Convert currency