The Silence of Colonel Bramble

The Silence of Colonel Bramble is a novel written by Andre Maurois, originally published in French in 1918 under the title ""Les silences du colonel Bramble"". The story takes place during World War I and follows the experiences of two French soldiers, Colonel Bramble and Lieutenant Arthur Forrester, who are serving in the British Army.The book is a series of vignettes that depict the daily life of soldiers on the Western Front, including their interactions with each other, their superiors, and the local population. The narrative is largely episodic, with each chapter focusing on a particular incident or conversation.Through the characters of Bramble and Forrester, Maurois explores themes of patriotism, nationalism, and the nature of war. Bramble is a seasoned veteran who has seen the horrors of war and is disillusioned with the idea of heroism and glory. Forrester, on the other hand, is a young and idealistic officer who believes in the righteousness of the war and the British cause.Despite their differences, Bramble and Forrester develop a deep friendship and mutual respect for each other. Their conversations and debates on the meaning of war and the role of soldiers in society provide the backbone of the novel.Overall, The Silence of Colonel Bramble is a poignant and insightful portrayal of the human experience during wartime. Maurois' writing is both lyrical and introspective, making this novel a timeless classic of war literature.1920. Translated from the French by Thurfrida Wake; Verses translated by Wilfrid Jackson. Whitlock writes in the Introduction about The Silence of Colonel Bramble: Every English officer one met was chuckling over it, and pointing out Old So-and-so in its pages as the original of this or that type. It was a picture not only of the Lennox Highlanders, but of every regimental and brigade mess in the army.#This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.