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Not So Quiet...,Used
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[A] Bittersweet Feminist Antiwar Novel . . . Brilliantly Written, And Cleverly Mixing Humor With Bitterness (Library Journal).Praised By The Chicago Suntimes For Its Furious, Indignant Power And Winner Of The Prix Severigne In France As The Novel Most Calculated To Promote International Peace, This Story Offers A Rare, Funny, Bitter, And Undeniably Feminist Look At War And Its Effects On All Those Who Take Part.First Published In London In 1930, Not So Quiet . . . Follows A Group Of British Women Ambulance Drivers On The French Front Lines During World War I, Surviving Shell Fire, Cold, And Their Punishing Commandant, Mrs. Bitcheven As Their Parents Swell With Pride That Their Girls Arent Shirking Their Duty To King And Country.Taking The Guise Of An Autobiography By Smitha Pseudonym For Evadne Pricenot So Quiet . . . Is A Compelling Counterpoint To Erich Maria Remarques All Quiet On The Western Front. The Novels Power Comes From Smiths Outrage At The Senselessness Of War, Her Own Daily Contact With The Suffering And The Wounded, And At Her Countrys Complacent Patriotism And Willingness To Sacrifice Its Children.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Not So Quiet...'? A: 'Not So Quiet...' explores the impact of war on women, particularly British ambulance drivers during World War I, highlighting themes of feminism, patriotism, and the absurdity of war.
- Q: Is 'Not So Quiet...' suitable for young readers? A: While 'Not So Quiet...' addresses important themes, its content may be more suitable for older teens and adults due to its mature subject matter and critical perspective on war.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Not So Quiet...'? A: 'Not So Quiet...' is authored by Helen Zenna Smith, a pseudonym for Evadne Price, who wrote this novel as a response to the male-centric narratives of war.
- Q: What is the book's format and page count? A: 'Not So Quiet...' is available in paperback format and contains 304 pages.
- Q: When was 'Not So Quiet...' first published? A: 'Not So Quiet...' was first published in London in 1930.
- Q: What type of condition is the used book in? A: The used copy of 'Not So Quiet...' is in good condition, indicating that it has been well-maintained with minimal wear.
- Q: How does 'Not So Quiet...' compare to 'All Quiet on the Western Front'? A: 'Not So Quiet...' serves as a feminist counterpoint to 'All Quiet on the Western Front,' offering an alternative perspective on the experiences of women in war.
- Q: What awards has 'Not So Quiet...' received? A: 'Not So Quiet...' won the Prix Severigne in France, awarded to the novel most likely to promote international peace.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of 'Not So Quiet...' A: The writing style of 'Not So Quiet...' is described as brilliant, mixing humor with bitterness, which effectively conveys the emotional weight of its themes.
- Q: What are the key features of 'Not So Quiet...'? A: Key features of 'Not So Quiet...' include its exploration of feminist themes, vivid characterization of female ambulance drivers, and a poignant critique of war.