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A Belgian Christmas eve, Being "Rada" Rewitten and Enlarged as an Episode of the Great War
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781024118612
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 92
Weight: 0.68
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Belgian Christmas Eve is a poignant narrative poem by Alfred Noyes, expanded from his earlier work Rada and set against the backdrop of the Great War. The poem vividly portrays the human cost of conflict during a particularly symbolic time of year. Noyes masterfully blends elements of Christmas Eve's traditional themes of peace and goodwill with the harsh realities of wartime Belgium, creating a powerful and moving narrative. This edition offers readers a chance to experience Noyes's evocative verse, capturing the spirit of resilience and the enduring hope for peace amidst the ravages of war. Its historical context and emotional depth make it a compelling read for those interested in war poetry and the human stories of World War I.
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