Some 'Frightful' War Pictures

By W. Heath (William Heath) Robinson

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Through comical illustrations, a book captures the whimsical side of war showcasing the absurdity of conflict and the resilience of the human spirit amidst the chaos.

Genres

History - General History - Warfare Humour

Released

2021-03-23

Formats

mobi

epub

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Summary

"Some 'Frightful' War Pictures" by W. Heath Robinson is a compilation of witty drawings from around 1915 that mocks World War One. The book uses funny, over-the-top images to comment on how ridiculous war can be, showing different sides of the conflict through art. Robinson's drawings, first seen in popular magazines, touch on strange military ideas, funny things soldiers did, and weird battle plans. The pictures make you laugh but also think, highlighting both the foolishness of war and the strength of people during hard times.