One Man's Initiation-1917
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"One Man's Initiation, 1917" by John Dos Passos offers a powerful glimpse into the realities of World War I. A notable work of American literature, this war story provides a compelling narrative reflecting the experiences of individuals caught in the conflict. Dos Passos, a celebrated author, captures the atmosphere of the era, exploring themes relevant to both historical and biographical contexts.
This meticulously prepared edition presents a timeless account of war, suitable for anyone interested in military history and the human cost of conflict. A valuable addition to the genre of war stories, it sheds light on a pivotal period in history. Readers interested in World War One and its impact will find this book to be a poignant and insightful read.
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John Dos Passos
John Roderigo Dos Passos (b.1896, d.1970) was a writer, painter, and political activist. He wrote over forty books, including plays, poetry, novels, biographies, histories, and memoirs. He crafted over four hundred drawings, watercolors, and other artworks.
Dos Passos considered himself foremost a writer of contemporary chronicles. He chose the moniker of "chronicler" because he was happiest working at the edge of fiction and nonfiction.
Both genres benefited from his mastery of observation--his "camera eye"--and his sense of historical context. Dos Passos sought to ground fiction in historic detail and working-class, realistic dialogue. He invented a multimedia format of newsreels, songs, biographies, and autobiography to convey the frenzy of 20th century America's industrialism and urbanism. His most memorable fiction--Three Soldiers (1920), Manhattan Transfer (1925), U.S.A. (1938)--possesses the authority of history and the allure of myth. Likewise, he sought to vitalize nonfiction history and reportage with the colors, sounds, and smells documented on his journeys across the globe.
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