The Sign by Frederic Manning (1926)

The Sign is a novel by Frederic Manning that tells the story of a young soldier's experiences during World War I. The book follows Private Bourne, an Englishman who enlists in the army and is sent to fight on the Western Front. Through his eyes, we see the horrors of war and the psychological toll it takes on soldiers. The novel is notable for its realistic depiction of trench warfare and its exploration of themes such as courage, cowardice, and the absurdity of war.

By Frederic Manning · First published 1926 · Genre: Poetry, Spiritual, Philosophical

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