Escaped! Adventures in German Captivity (Classic Reprint)

Wallace Ellison

ISBN 10: 1330994957 / ISBN 13: 9781330994955

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book follows the author's daring efforts to escape German captivity during the First World War. After the declaration of war, the author found himself stranded in Germany and was later captured by German troops. Interned in a military camp, he faced harsh conditions and dwindling hope. Undeterred, he embarked on numerous escape attempts, each more audacious than the last. The narrative delves into the author's experiences as a prisoner of war, highlighting the resilience and resourcefulness of those held captive. By recounting his experiences, the author not only presents an adventurous tale of survival but also offers a unique perspective on war's impact on individuals and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330994955_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Escaped! Adventures in German Captivity (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330994957
• ISBN 13: 9781330994955
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Adventure Fiction

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Synopsis

From neutral observer to participant in a world at war, a gripping voice recounts a daring escape and the long road to freedom.

This memoir traces a slice of the First World War from the streets of Frankfurt and the tense weeks in a German prison to a perilous bid for liberty. It blends vivid wartime scenes with the author’s sharp reflections on German society, the chaos of invasion, and the fragile line between ally and enemy. With a calm, lucid narrator and a steady sense of suspense, the book invites readers to see history through the eyes of a man who must outwit guards, navigate hostile borders, and keep hope alive under pressure.

• A firsthand look at wartime daily life, crowds, and the mood of occupied towns.
• Close observations of people, places, and the routine of imprisonment and escape planning.
• Moments of humor and resilience that punctuate intense peril.
• Intimate passages about liberty, loyalty, and the costs of pursuit and risk.

Ideal for readers who want a personal, immersive view of wartime Europe and a memory-filled account of endurance and determination.