The Trenches by Frederic Manning
The Trenches is a novel written by Frederic Manning that depicts the experiences of soldiers in World War I. The book follows a young soldier named Jim as he navigates life in the trenches, facing danger and hardship on a daily basis. Through his eyes, readers are given a glimpse into the harsh realities of war and the toll it takes on those who fight.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1929 · Genre: War Fiction, Historical Fiction, Psychological Fiction · 362 words
First lines
Endless lanes sunken in the clay, Bays, and traverses, fringed with wasted herbage, Seed-pods of blue scabious, and some lingering blooms; And the sky, seen as from a well, Brilliant with frosty stars.
We stumble, cursing, on the slippery duck-boards, Goaded like the damned by some invisible wrath, A will stronger than weariness, stronger than animal fear, Implacable and monotonous.
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The Trenches is listed on Textopian as a novel by Frederic Manning, dated 1929 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1929 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: War Fiction, Historical Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Literary Fiction, Poetry
- Length: 362 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- War Fiction — The narrative is set in the trenches during World War I, focusing on the experiences and psychological impact on soldiers.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and events are based on historical events from World War I, providing a realistic portrayal of the time period.
- Psychological Fiction — The text delves into the mental states and emotional struggles of soldiers, highlighting themes of fear, weariness, and existential dread.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is rich and descriptive, focusing on character development and thematic depth rather than plot-driven action.
Tags
World War I · trench warfare · soldiers · combat · survival · brotherhood · grief · camaraderie · realism · memoir · historical fiction · psychological impact