Pirin Planina: Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity

by George Topirceanu, Diana Livesay, A K Brackob, Olga Rogozenco

Overview

In Pirin Planina: Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity, Romanian poet and writer George Topirceanu (1886-1937) described his experiences as a soldier during World War I. Despite his bleak surroundings and vivid descriptions of death and tragedy that he witnessed, Topirceanu managed to find humor in the most unusual circumstances, making Pirin Planina a truly unique account of the War. His experiences will leave the reader perplexed. Topirceanu's unique blend of drama, tragedy, and humor will immerse the reader into the world of a soldier during World War I.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781592112630
Publisher:	Histria Books
Publication date:	03/28/2023
Series:	Classics of Romanian Literature
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	220
File size:	25 MB
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About the Author

George Topirceanu was a Romanian poet, short story writer, and humorist. In 1926, he was awarded the National Poetry Prize.,

Editorial Reviews

"Pirin Planina is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of World War I or the human side of war. It is a powerful and moving memoir that will leave a lasting impression on the reader. Highly recommended." — Deviant Quill Reviews

"Illustrated with black/white drawings by Olga Bogozenco, ably translated into English by Diana Livesay, and featuring an informative introduction by A. K. Brackob, the military memoir of the late George Topirceanu, Pirin Planina: Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity is a valued and unreservedly recommended contribution to personal, professional, community, college, and university library World War I military history/biography collections."—Midwest Book Review

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