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Love Letters of the Great War by Mandy Kirkby, Helen Dunmore

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zacofalltrades's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful informative reflective sad medium-paced

4.25

susannavs's review

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5.0

What a lovely collection of letters. Pity the women's letters were (I'm guessing) more likely to be lost. It was nice to see some from other nationalities included in the collection.

This quirky glimpse into life during WW1 is a treasure I honestly think everyone should read. This charming little book captures the hardships, the laughter, the relationships and the reality that was life in WW1. This gem was a wonderful reading experience for myself, With the previous owner of the book creating such lovely and detailed annotations in my edition that only added enjoyment of my reading of these true letters. I would recommend this book to anyone, it shows the humanity of men and women during WW1 and while some letters being utterly heart breaking, it also captures the positivity and strength these people had during this time to enjoy any normality and still find chances to laugh. A book full of utter inspiration.

mattbailey's review against another edition

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4.0

A short, but emotionally demanding read. Some of these letters are absolutely heartbreaking. There is a nice selection both from soldiers and from their sweethearts at home, from many nations that fought in the war (including Germany).

pbobrit's review

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4.0

Picked this up on my latest UK trip. A really moving and fascinating read. A nicely curated collection of letters between soldiers fighting it on all sides and their wives, lovers, family during the First World War. Some funny, some heart-breaking and all fascinating. Well worth your time.

dianawellejus's review against another edition

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5.0

Probably the most beautiful letters I have ever read.
Review to come.

coboshimself_'s review

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4.0

"It isn't foolish at all to be affected by long-past tragedies; we are human and, specially where love is concerned, we can't help but feel an emotional link going right back through the years."

Heartbreaking.