Now it can be Told by Philip Gibbs

Now it Can Be Told is a poignant account by war correspondent Philip Gibbs that reveals the harrowing experiences of soldiers during World War I, exposing the brutal realities of combat, loss, and the struggle for survival amidst the chaos of the early conflict. Through his observations, Gibbs captures the initial enthusiasm of young recruits and the devastating psychological toll of warfare on those who endure it.

By Philip Gibbs · First published 1920 · Genre: Historical Fiction, War Literature, Memoir · 60 chapters · 212,250 words

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When Germany threw down her challenge to Russia and France, and England knew that her Imperial power would be one of the prizes of German victory (the common people did not think this, at first, but saw only the outrage to Belgium, a brutal attack on civilization, and a glorious adventure), some newspaper correspondents were sent out from London to report the proceedings, and I was one of them.

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Now it can be Told is listed on Textopian as a novel by Philip Gibbs, dated 1920 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Philip Gibbs
• Date: 1920 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Historical Fiction, War Literature, Memoir, Drama, Political Commentary
• Length: 212,250 words
• Structure: 134 chapters, 2,470 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Genres

• Historical Fiction — The book explores events from World War I, blending factual history with fictional elements.
• War Literature — It provides a narrative focused on the experiences and consequences of war.
• Memoir — The author draws from personal experiences and observations during the war.
• Drama — The book contains intense emotional and interpersonal conflicts arising from wartime experiences.

Tags

World War I · memoir · historical · non-fiction · journalism · Philip Gibbs · military · battlefield · personal account · British perspective · war experiences · courage

Contents

• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VIII
• CHAPTER VIII
• CHAPTER VIII
• CHAPTER VIII

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