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The War on All Fronts: England's Effort : Letters to an American Friend
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Ward, Humphry, Mrs., 1851-1920
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "The War on All Fronts: England's Effort" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a historical account written in the early 20th century, during World War I. The book is structured as a series of letters addressed to an American friend, in which the author seeks to explain England's war efforts, the nation's challenges, and the collective spirit of sacrifice and resilience among its people. Through these letters, Ward aims to communicate the depth of England's commitment to the war and to counter any misconceptions about the nation's preparedness and dedication. At the start of the narrative, Mrs. Ward reflects on the chaos and turmoil that has engulfed England since the outbreak of the war, describing the psychological toll it has taken on its citizens. She mentions her initial reluctance to write about the war but acknowledges the urgency to convey the truth about England's resolve and contributions to the Allied cause. As she explores the industrial mobilization of the nation, she highlights key figures, such as Minister of Munitions Lloyd George, and focuses on the unprecedented involvement of women in wartime industries, illustrating how class and gender barriers have begun to dissolve in the face of national necessity. The beginning of the book sets the stage for a detailed exploration of societal transformation in England during this critical period, emphasizing themes of unity, sacrifice, and the indomitable national spirit amid significant adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Produced by Andrew Templeton, Juliet Sutherland, Christine D and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
- Release date is 2005-06-18
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