Eros Athanatos is a novel by Frederic Manning that explores the themes of love and death through the eyes of a young soldier during World War I. The book follows the protagonist, Private Bourne, as he navigates the horrors of war while also grappling with his own feelings of love and desire for a fellow soldier. Throughout the novel, Manning uses vivid imagery and poetic language to convey the intensity of both the physical and emotional experiences of war. The book has been praised for its realistic portrayal of life in the trenches and its exploration of the human condition in times of crisis.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1928 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical