"Forward, Children!" by Paul Alexander Bartlett is an anti-war novel that lays bare the brutal realities of World War II as seen through the eyes of a tank crew. The story centers on Orville Dennison, a soldier grappling with the physical and emotional scars of combat, haunted by memories of a life untouched by war. The narrative shifts between the grim present, filled with the constant threat of battle and shared moments with his comrades, and Dennison's longing for home and simpler times. The novel paints a stark picture of tank warfare, emphasizing the deep psychological impact of conflict on individuals struggling to maintain hope amidst the chaos.
Forward, Children!
By Paul Alexander Bartlett
Amidst the thunder of tanks and the echoes of distant gunfire, a soldier fights to hold onto his humanity as he confronts the stark horrors of war and yearns for the peaceful memories of home.
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About the AuthorPaul Alexander Bartlett was an American writer, artist, and poet. He made a large-scale study of more than 350 Mexican haciendas, published novels, short stories, and poetry, and worked as a fine artist in a variety of media.
Paul Alexander Bartlett was an American writer, artist, and poet. He made a large-scale study of more than 350 Mexican haciendas, published novels, short stories, and poetry, and worked as a fine artist in a variety of media.
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