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Hardcover first UK edition, Elkin Mathews, London 1919.
In boards with titles in black to front cover, lacks the original dustjacket, binding tight, but moderate to heavy tanning and edgewear to covers. Page block untrimmed (as issued).
A collection of war-themed short essays and autobiographical pieces, based on his own experiences on the Western Front.
"Unhappy Far-Off Things" by Lord Dunsany is a collection of prose poems and reflective essays , specifically in the aftermath of World War I. The work draws attention to the tragic consequences of war, focusing on the deep suffering experienced by the people and places affected by the conflict, particularly in France. This poignant commentary on loss and devastation captures both the physical ruins and the emotional scars left behind by the atrocities of war. In this evocative collection, Dunsany presents various scenes of destruction and melancholy, exploring the remnants of towns, gardens, and homes that once thrived but have now been laid waste. Through vivid imagery and careful reflection, he recounts encounters with desolate landscapes and individuals grappling with their profound losses. The narratives expose the harsh reality of civilization's fragility in the face of conflict, and Dunsany's poetic style enhances the emotional weight, allowing readers to feel the depth of despair alongside the fleeting beauty of nature reclaiming its domain over abandoned places.
