Name: Glimpse of war
SKU: 57032415
Price: 29.14 EUR
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Author: William Irwin
ISBN: 9781716672514

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Physical Book

Author

William Irwin

Publisher

Lulu.Com

Language

English

Pages

284

Format

Paperback

ISBN13

9781716672514

Glimpse of war

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Synopsis "Glimpse of war"

A Glimpse of War is a true account by British Army Sergeant William Irwin M.M. of 1st Battalion Leicestershire 'Tigers' regiment of the liberation of Europe in 1944-45. An infantry platoon member who became platoon leader due to loss of comrades, he describes in frank detail the trials and tribulations of the ordinary soldier on the frontline across Normandy, Belgium to north-west Holland and the Rhine, Germany, with the combined 49th Infantry Division known as the 'Polar Bears'. Sgt William Irwin, M.M. A British Infantryman's account of his experience during the liberation of Europe 1944-45 is extraordinary on so many levels. Beautifully written, emotionally evocative, powerfully sustained imagery.

William Irwin

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William Irwin is a Philosophy professor at King's College, Pennsylvania, known for pioneering the genre "philosophy and popular culture". His work "The Simpsons and Philosophy" (2001), co-edited with Mark T. Conard and Aeon J. Skoble, analyzes the animated series from a philosophical perspective. In "Game of Thrones and Philosophy" (2012), he explores the ethical and moral complexities of the popular saga. Additionally, in "The Meaning of Metallica" (2022), he delves into the lyrics and themes of the iconic metal band. These works combine philosophy with elements of popular culture, offering accessible and profound reflections.

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