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  • The House by the River

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    The story of "The House by the River" likely revolves around a particular house situated by a river, serving as the central setting for the narrative. A. P. Herbert's writing style typically blends elements of comedy, social commentary, and keen observations of human behavior.In "The House by the River," readers would likely encounter a mix of quirky characters, humorous situations, and perhaps ... Read more

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  • The Secret Battle

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    The Secret Battle is a novel by A. P. Herbert, first published in 1919. The book draws upon Herbert's experiences as a junior infantry officer in the First World War, and has been praised for its accurate and truthful portrayal of the mental effects of the war on the participants. It was one of the earliest novels to contain a detailed description of Gallipoli, or to challenge the Army's ... Read more

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  • The House By The River

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    In west London on the bank of the Thames is a well-heeled but down to earth street. The residents are all accomplished in their own ways, but the shining star that dominates their attention is Stephen Byrne, the war poet. But Stephen isn't the perfect specimen that they imagine him to be: he spontaneously assaults his new maid, killing her, and setting his life—and that of his friend John Egerton ... Read more

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  • The House by the River

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    In west London on the bank of the Thames lives Stephen Byrne, the war poet-the shining star of his well-heeled street. But Stephen isn't the perfect specimen they imagine him to be: he spontaneously assaults his new maid, killing her, and setting his life-and that of his friend John Egerton-on a dangerously out-of-control path.The House by the River is A. P. Herbert's second novel. These days it ... Read more

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  • The Classic Collection of Sir Alan Herbert. Illustrated

    The Secret Battle, The House by the River, Little Rays of Moonshine

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    The Classic Collection of Sir Alan Herbert. Illustrated: The Secret Battle, The House by the River, Little Rays of Moonshine presents a captivating selection of works by one of Britain’s most versatile and distinctive twentieth-century writers. Soldier, barrister, humorist, and novelist, Sir Alan Herbert combined sharp intelligence, emotional depth, and sparkling wit in stories that range from ... Read more

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  • The Secret Battle

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    Series series The World At War
    Sir Alan Patrick Herbert CH (usually writing as A. P. Herbert or A. P. H.; 24 September 1890 – 11 November 1971) was an eng humorist, novelist, playwright and law reform activist. He was an independent Member of Parliament (MP) for Oxford University for 15 years, five of which he combined with service in the Royal Navy. "The Secret Battle" is a novel by A. P. Herbert, first published in 1919. The ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • The Secret Battle

    Historical WWI Novel

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    The Secret Battle is a novel about a soldier executed for cowardice. The novel follows the career of a young officer, Harry Penrose. A sensitive, educated young man, Penrose had enlisted in the ranks in 1914, immediately after completing his second year at Oxford. After six months in training he had been prevailed upon by his relatives – like most educated volunteers – to take a commission as an ... Read more

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  • The Secret Battle

    A tragedy of the First World War

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    In The Secret Battle A. P. Herbert tells the story of an idealistic, young officer called Harry Penrose. First in Gallipoli, then in the trenches of France, he is tested and brought to breaking point as he battles to retain the ideals of military glory, duty and courage amidst the daily grinding miseries of the trenches.It lays bare the real horrors of the First World War without melodrama, or ... Read more

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  • The Secret Battle

    A Gripping Tale of War, Morality, and Resilience in the Shadows of Conflict

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    In "The Secret Battle," A. P. Herbert presents a poignant narrative set against the backdrop of World War I, exploring the psychological turmoil experienced by soldiers. The novel employs a blend of realism and dark humor, blending sharp wit with a profound examination of themes such as duty, cowardice, and the complexities of bravery. Herbert's literary style is marked by a keen observation of ... Read more

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  • The Secret Battle (Historical Novel)

    Enriched edition. Shell Shock, Military Justice, and the Hidden Wounds of a British Officer in World War I

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    A.P. Herbert's novel "The Secret Battle" is a gripping historical novel set during World War I, exploring the often overlooked psychological impact of war on soldiers. The book is written in a meticulous and straightforward style that reflects the author's legal background, offering a unique perspective on the emotional turmoil experienced by soldiers on the front lines. Herbert's attention to ... Read more

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  • The House by the River

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    A chilling psychological novel of guilt, vanity, and self-deception-rediscovered.In a quiet house along the Thames, a failed poet commits an impulsive crime. What follows is not horror, but justification-an unnerving monologue that slowly reveals the collapse of a man's conscience.First published in 1920, The House by the River is a forgotten masterpiece of psychological suspense. A.P. Herbert, ... Read more

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    The Secret Battle

    by A. P. Herbert ...
    Narrated by James Holt ...

    Unabridged

    6 hours 11 min

    A powerful story about how the effects of war physically and mentally changes the soul of a young and sophisticated officer of the infantry, as he tries to save himself and his men amidst the brutality and ruthlessness of the war and the deep cynicism of his superior officers as well… ... Read more

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