G. B. : A Story Of The Great War [Hardcover] Morris, W. F.

Description

1929 P.F. Collier and Son printing with different cover art and style. This book has a plain red cloth cover with gold lettering. Hardcover is in good condition but has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Dust jacket is the original plain wrapper which has some small tears and yellowing on the edges. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This edition of “G.B.: A Story of the Great War” by W.F. Morris offers a fascinating window into the literary response to World War I. Published just over a decade after the war’s end, it captures the raw emotions and experiences of those who lived through one of the darkest chapters in modern history. Morris, a British author, drew upon his own service in crafting this novel, imbuing it with a sense of authenticity that resonated with readers grappling to make sense of the conflict’s staggering human toll.

While the work itself has faded from prominence, it remains a valuable artifact of the post-war years when writers sought to process the trauma through fiction. This copy’s modest yet sturdy binding and well-preserved pages are a testament to its survival through the decades, making it an intriguing addition to any collection exploring the literary legacy of the Great War. For collectors and readers alike, it offers a poignant perspective on a pivotal moment in the 20th century.