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Although Henri Barbusse grew up in a small town, he left for Paris in 1889 at age 16. In 1914, at the age of 41, he enlisted in the French Army and served against Germany in World War I. Invalided out of the army three times, Barbusse would serve in the war for 17 months, until the end of 1915, when he was permanently moved into a clerical position due to pulmonary damage, exhaustion, and dysentery.

Produktbeschreibung
Although Henri Barbusse grew up in a small town, he left for Paris in 1889 at age 16. In 1914, at the age of 41, he enlisted in the French Army and served against Germany in World War I. Invalided out of the army three times, Barbusse would serve in the war for 17 months, until the end of 1915, when he was permanently moved into a clerical position due to pulmonary damage, exhaustion, and dysentery.
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Autorenporträt
Henri Barbusse was a French novelist and war correspondent, best known for his powerful anti-war literature. Born on May 17, 1873, Barbusse's experiences as a soldier during World War I deeply influenced his writing. His most famous work, ""Under Fire: The Story of a Squad,"" offers a stark portrayal of the brutality of trench warfare and the psychological impact of combat on soldiers. Barbusse's writing is marked by its vivid imagery and emotional depth, capturing the camaraderie and suffering of soldiers while conveying a strong anti-war message. He believed in the importance of depicting the harsh realities of war to foster understanding and peace. In addition to his literary contributions, Barbusse was politically active, advocating for pacifism and social justice. He remained an influential figure in literature and political discourse until his death on August 30, 1935. His works continue to resonate, offering timeless reflections on the human condition amidst conflict.