Between the Battles
Between the Battles is a novel by Francis Sherman that follows the story of two brothers who are forced to fight in World War II. The book explores themes of brotherhood, sacrifice, and the human cost of war. It has received critical acclaim for its powerful writing and emotional depth.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1942 · Genre: Poetry, War Literature, Elegy · 217 words
First lines
Let us bury him here, Where the maples are red!
He is dead, And he died thanking God that he fell with the fall of the leaf and the year.
Where the hillside is sheer, Let it echo our tread Whom he led; Let us follow as gladly as ever we followed who never knew fear.
Ere he died, they had fled; Yet they heard his last cheer Ringing clear, -- When we lifted him up, he would fain have pursued, but grew dizzy instead.
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Between the Battles is listed on Textopian as a poem by Francis Sherman, dated 1942 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1942 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, War Literature, Elegy, Historical Fiction, Lyric
- Length: 217 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse with a focus on rhythm and imagery.
- War Literature — The themes revolve around battle, death, and the aftermath of conflict.
- Elegy — The work mourns the death of a fallen leader and reflects on his bravery.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and context suggest a historical period of warfare.
Tags
war · conflict · military · history · strategy · tactics · soldiers · battleground · narrative · survival · courage · sacrifice