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The Guns (1916)

The Guns (1916)

Frankau, Gilbert

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1169604137
ISBN13: 9781169604131
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 44
Weight: 0.89
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Guns is a novel written by Gilbert Frankau and first published in 1916. The story is set during World War I and follows the lives of two British soldiers, Captain John Dene and Lieutenant David Llewellyn. Dene is a wealthy businessman who has been appointed to the War Office to oversee the production of artillery, while Llewellyn is a young officer who has been sent to the front lines.As Dene travels to the front to inspect the guns, he meets Llewellyn and the two men become friends. However, they soon find themselves at odds when Dene begins to question the effectiveness of the guns and the leadership of the military. Llewellyn, on the other hand, is loyal to his superiors and believes in the importance of following orders.As the war rages on, Dene and Llewellyn find themselves in increasingly dangerous situations, and their friendship is put to the test. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a French spy, a German prisoner of war, and a beautiful nurse.The Guns is a gripping tale of war and friendship, exploring the themes of duty, honor, and sacrifice. Frankau's vivid descriptions of the battlefield and the soldiers' experiences bring the horrors of war to life, while his nuanced portrayal of Dene and Llewellyn's relationship adds depth and complexity to the story. Overall, The Guns is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on World War I.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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