A taut, human portrait of courage under fire, Between The Lines breathes life into a world where endurance and loyalty are tested at every turn. You feel the grit of mud, the weight of duty, and the quiet bravery that outlasts the roar of artillery. This is more than a WWI setting-it's a trench warfare novel that maps frontline duty and the quiet heroism of ordinary soldiers and ordinary faith. Boyd Cable crafts a wartime panorama that threads vigilance, sacrifice, and the fragile bonds of comradeship through the mud and memory of the Western Front Europe, while glancing toward the broader…mehr
A taut, human portrait of courage under fire, Between The Lines breathes life into a world where endurance and loyalty are tested at every turn. You feel the grit of mud, the weight of duty, and the quiet bravery that outlasts the roar of artillery. This is more than a WWI setting-it's a trench warfare novel that maps frontline duty and the quiet heroism of ordinary soldiers and ordinary faith. Boyd Cable crafts a wartime panorama that threads vigilance, sacrifice, and the fragile bonds of comradeship through the mud and memory of the Western Front Europe, while glancing toward the broader stakes of the home front. The story speaks to history-minded readers and to fans of classic war fiction, including echoes that will resonate with Wilfred Owen and Ernest Hemingway alike, all without losing its own distinctive cadence. A work of literary and historical significance, this edition arrives with care for the century-old sensibility that shaped modern war writing, inviting casual readers and classic-literature collectors to revisit a cornerstone of the genre. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, it is restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint, it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure, a complete edition that captures memory, tension, and the enduring pull of those pivotal years on the British home front and the world at war.
Ernest Andrew Ewart, a British author and war writer, is better known by his pen name, Boyd Cable. He became well-known for his insightful explorations of military life, wartime struggles, and the emotional toll of conflict. Cable's writing often depicted the harsh realities of war, focusing not only on the physical challenges soldiers faced but also on the internal battles that defined their experiences. His works, which include novels, short stories, and plays, were celebrated for their authenticity and emotional depth. Cable's most notable works include Doing Their Bit: War Work at Home, which focuses on the home front during World War I, and By Blow and Kiss, a story that tackles themes of romance and personal redemption. His writings captured both the bravery and trauma of war, reflecting the complexities of individuals navigating the turbulent landscapes of love, loss, and survival. Cable's stories resonated with readers for their portrayal of human resilience.
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