Under Fire

Under Fire: The Story of a Squad is a novel by French author Henri Barbusse, first published in 1916. The book is a fictionalized account of Barbusse's experiences as a soldier in World War I, and follows a group of French soldiers in the trenches as they face the horrors of war. The story is told through the eyes of a narrator, a soldier named Jean who is part of the squad. He describes the daily struggles of life in the trenches, including the constant threat of death, the physical and emotional toll of combat, and the camaraderie and bonds that develop between soldiers. The book is known for its vivid and graphic descriptions of war, and for its portrayal of soldiers as ordinary men caught up in a brutal and senseless conflict. It is considered a classic of war literature, and has been praised for its realism and its powerful anti-war message.1917. A powerful description of the horrors of war and the experiences of the men and the wretched conditions under which they are forced to live and fight. Contents: The Vision; In the Earth; The Return; Volpatte and Fouillade; Sanctuary; Habits; Entraining; On Leave; The Anger of Volpatte; Argoval; The Dog; The Doorway; The Big Words; Of Burdens; The Egg; An Idyll; In the Sap; A Box of Matches; Bombardment; Under Fire; The Refuge; Going About; The Fatigue-Party; and The Dawn.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.