The Great War and Modern Memory. Book Summary

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The Great War and Modern Memory

Paul Fussell

What’s inside

This book is a critical study of literary techniques in depicting the First World War and its impact on societal memory.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding how war influenced literature
  • Learning about the societal impact of WWI
  • Enhancing knowledge of literary techniques
  • Exploring the role of memory in societal perceptions

Key Points

  • War and Literature: Unveiling the relationship
  • First World War: An intense depiction
  • Impact of War on Society
  • The Role of Memory in Shaping Perception
  • Analysis of Literary Techniques

Who’s it For

  • Historians
  • Literature Enthusiasts
  • War Novel Readers
  • Social Scientists

About author

Paul Fussell was a renowned American cultural and literary historian who specialized in the 18th and 20th-century English literature.