Light by Henri Barbusse (1926)
The novel explores the lives of soldiers during World War I, focusing on their experiences and emotions. It's a realistic portrayal of war, highlighting the physical and psychological toll it takes on those involved. The narrative follows a group of soldiers through various battles and events, revealing the harsh realities of combat and its effects on individuals.
By Henri Barbusse · First published 1926 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Literary Fiction, War Fiction · 23 chapters · 111,342 words
First lines
All the days of the week are alike, from their beginning to their end.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Henri Barbusse
- Date: 1926 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophical Fiction, Literary Fiction, War Fiction, Psychological Fiction
- Length: 111,342 words
- Structure: 23 chapters, 1,764 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Philosophical Fiction — The book explores deep philosophical themes and questions about existence and the human condition.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is sophisticated and focuses on character development and thematic depth.
- War Fiction — The narrative is set against the backdrop of war, influencing the plot and character experiences.
- Psychological Fiction — The book delves into the psychological states and inner thoughts of its characters.
Tags
War novel · Realism · French literature · WWI fiction · Anti-war · Existentialism · Philosophical · Psychological insight · Human condition · Societal critique · Class struggle · Revolutionary themes
Contents
- Myself
- Ourselves
- Evening and Dawn
- Marie
- Day by Day
- A Voice in the Evening
- A Summary
- The Brawler
- The Storm
- The Walls
- At the World's End
- The Shadows
- Whither Goest Thou?
- The Ruins
- An Apparition
- De Profundis Clamavi
- Morning
- Eyes that See
- Ghosts
- The Cult
- No!
- Light
- Face to Face