We’re excited to share some big news: SquarePages.co is now OpenChapter.io! Read more in the latest blog post here.
Book cover

America in the War Each cartoon faced with a page of comment by a distinguished American, the text forming an anthology of patriotic opinion

By Louis Raemaekers

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness America's fight for freedom during World War I through thought-provoking cartoons and passionate voices, revealing a nation's soul amidst global turmoil.

Genres
Released
2021-07-21
Formats
mobi
epub
mobi (images)
epub3 (images)
epub (images)
txt
Read Now

Summary

"America in the War" by Louis Raemaekers is a collection of powerful political cartoons and insightful commentaries offering a snapshot of early 20th-century America grappling with World War I, showcasing artistic portrayals of the war's morality, the spirit of patriotism, and the nation's role in the global conflict. Opening with a focus on America's selfless entry into the war to defend ideals like Liberty and Democracy, the book weaves together artistic interpretations and thoughtful responses to illuminate America's historical ties with France and the urgent moral reasons for intervening. Through vivid depictions of key wartime events and sentiments, readers explore the honorable American spirit clashing against the looming threat of German militarism, encouraging deep reflection on the war's immense impact beyond mere shows of strength, and inspiring a sense of solidarity amidst global crisis.

About the Author

Louis Raemaekers was a Dutch painter, caricaturist and editorial cartoonist for the Amsterdam newspaper De Telegraaf during World War I, noted for his anti-German stance.

Average Rating
4.0
Aggregate review score sourced from Goodreads
5
200
4
200
3
200
2
200
1
200
Total Reviews
10.0k
Total reviews from Goodreads may change