Ian Hay

Broschiertes Buch

The First Hundred Thousand Being the Unofficial Chronicle of a Unit of "K(1)" BOOK TWO LIVE ROUNDS

Beschreibung

"The First Hundred Thousand: Being the Unofficial Chronicle of a Unit of "K(1)" BOOK TWO LIVE ROUNDS" is an ancient historical military book written by Ian Hay. Ian Hay's expertise shines once again as he crafts a gripping tale set against the backdrop of the Great War, offering readers a poignant glimpse into historical events. This installment of the series further solidifies Hay's reputation as a master of historical fiction and war stories, providing an authentic portrayal of life in the British Army during this tumultuous period. As a classic piece of war literature, "The First Hundred Thousand: Book Two Live Rounds" serves as a soldier's chronicle, documenting the trials and triumphs experienced by the men of 'K(1).' Through vivid prose and meticulous attention to detail, Hay captures the essence of the era, transporting readers to the trenches and battlefields of World War I. This book stands as a testament to the resilience and bravery of those who served, offering a poignant reflection on the sacrifices made during the Great War. For enthusiasts of military fiction and memoirs of WWI, Ian Hay's work remains an essential addition to any library, providing valuable insights into one of the defining periods of modern history.

Autor

Major General John Hay Beith, CBE MC, was a British schoolteacher and soldier, but he is best known as a novelist, playwright, essayist, and historian who worked under the pen name Ian Hay. After studying Classics at Cambridge University, Beith became a schoolteacher. His novel Pip was published in 1907, and its popularity, together with the success of numerous other novels, enabled him to retire from teaching in 1912 to pursue a full-time writing career. During World War I, Beith was a French army officer. His humorous description of army life, The First Hundred Thousand, released in 1915, was a best-seller. As a result of this, he was assigned to work in the information section of the British War Mission in Washington, DC. After the war, Beith's books did not gain the popularity of his earlier work, but he established a successful career as a dramatist, producing light comedies in cooperation with other authors such as P. G. Wodehouse and Guy Bolton. During WWII, Beith was the War Office's Director of Public Relations, retiring in 1941 just before his 65th birthday.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 94
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. März 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 131g
• ISBN-13: 9789361429361
• ISBN-10: 9361429361
• Artikelnr.: 70389517