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War Is Beautiful: An American Ambulance Driver in the Spanish Civil War,Used
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The newly discovered journal of an awardwinning poet's experience on the front lines as a member of the Abraham Lincoln BrigadeAll Quiet on the Western Front for the Spanish Civil WarIn 1937, James Neugass, a poet and novelist praised in the New York Times, joined 2,800 other passionate young Americans who traveled to Spain as part of the Abraham Lincoln Brigadean unlikely mix of artists, journalists, industrial workers, and intellectuals united in their desire to combat European fascism.Although rumors persisted over the years that Neugass had written a memoir, the manuscript of War Is Beautiful, a nuanced and deeply poetic chronicle of his service as an ambulance driver, did not come to light for sixty years, until a bookseller discovered it among papers in a New England house once occupied by the radical critic and editor Max Eastman. The memoir combines fastpaced accounts of darting onto battlefields to pick up the wounded with elegiac renderings of days spent 'on alert' in an everchanging series of sharply observed Spanish towns, enduring that most difficult of wartime activities: waiting.Published now for the first time, War Is Beautiful is poised to take its place alongside works by Erich Maria Remarque, Irne Nmirovsky, Wilfred Owen, and George Orwell as a transcendent contemporaneous rendering of wartime life. It includes some of Neugass's own photos taken while in Spain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'War Is Beautiful'? A: 'War Is Beautiful' explores the experiences of James Neugass as an ambulance driver during the Spanish Civil War, highlighting the complexities of wartime life and the emotional toll of waiting and witnessing the aftermath of battles.
- Q: Who is the author of 'War Is Beautiful'? A: The author of 'War Is Beautiful' is James Neugass, an award-winning poet and novelist known for his literary contributions and poignant reflections on war.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'War Is Beautiful' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may have minor wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'War Is Beautiful' have? A: 'War Is Beautiful' contains a total of 336 pages, providing a comprehensive account of the author's experiences and reflections.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'War Is Beautiful' is published in a hardcover format, which typically offers better durability and a more premium feel compared to paperback editions.
- Q: When was 'War Is Beautiful' published? A: 'War Is Beautiful' was published on November 11, 2008, making it a contemporary addition to literature on the Spanish Civil War.
- Q: What is the significance of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade in this book? A: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade was a group of American volunteers who fought against fascism in Spain during the Civil War, and Neugass's involvement with this group is a central element of his narrative in 'War Is Beautiful'.
- Q: Does 'War Is Beautiful' include any photographs? A: Yes, 'War Is Beautiful' includes some of James Neugass’s own photographs taken during his time in Spain, adding a personal visual element to the memoir.
- Q: What kind of insights can readers expect from 'War Is Beautiful'? A: Readers can expect insights into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by those in wartime, as well as vivid descriptions of the Spanish landscape and the realities of ambulance service on the front lines.
- Q: Is 'War Is Beautiful' suitable for academic study? A: 'War Is Beautiful' can be a valuable resource for academic study, particularly in fields like history, literature, and war studies, due to its firsthand perspective and historical context.