Sacrifice by Frederic Manning (1928)
Sacrifice is a novel written by Frederic Manning and published in 1927. The book follows the experiences of a young British soldier during World War I, from his enlistment to his eventual death on the battlefield. It is known for its realistic depiction of warfare and its psychological impact on soldiers.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1928 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical · 304 words
First lines
Love suffereth all things.
And we, Out of the travail and pain of our striving, Bring unto thee the perfect prayer: For the heart of no man uttereth love, Suffering even for love's sake.
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Sacrifice is listed on Textopian as a short story by Frederic Manning, dated 1928 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1928 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical, Inspirational
- Length: 304 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — The themes revolve around divine love, sacrifice, and prayer, which are central to religious literature.
- Philosophical — The work explores deep themes of love, suffering, and existential purpose, typical of philosophical inquiry.
- Inspirational — The text aims to inspire through its depiction of sacrifice and the pursuit of righteousness.
Tags
war · sacrifice · courage · brotherhood · loss · survival · humanity · conflict · tragedy · identity · loyalty · suffering