Turmoil: Verses Written in France 1917-1919

DONALDSON, Robert A.

Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1919

About this Item

Turmoil: Verses Written in France 1917-1919 BY Robert A.DONALDSON, 1st edition. INSCRIBED by Donaldson. "To Mrs. Stewart, who if ranks had been given to the Mothers, would at least have rated as a Major General. With best wishes, Robert A Donaldson, July 20, 1920" Published by Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, 1919. Turmoil: Verses Written in France, 1917-1919 is a poignant collection of poetry by Robert A. Donaldson, an American who served with the American Field Service during World War I. These verses capture the raw emotions and harsh realities of life on the front lines, from the beauty of the French countryside marred by war to the deep camaraderie among soldiers. Each poem is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity. This collection includes powerful pieces such as "Civilization," "The Harvest, 1914," and "The Star-Shell Flare," which vividly depict the landscapes of war and the inner turmoil of those who lived through it. Donaldson s work provides a deeply personal perspective on the war, exploring themes of loss, hope, and the enduring quest for peace. "very good externally, some edge toning, corner stub etc, inside is clean and tight, upper right light water stain throughout".

Seller Inventory # M&S15-1-52

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Turmoil: Verses Written in France 1917-1919
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Publication Date: 1919
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Weight: 1 pound
• Signed: Inscribed by Author
• Seller catalogs:
  • WW1
  • Signed
  • Poetry