The Khaki Boys over the Top; Or, Doing and Daring for Uncle Sam: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Khaki Boys over the Top; Or, Doing and Daring for Uncle Sam: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Khaki Boys over the Top; Or, Doing and Daring for Uncle Sam is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Chase, Josephine (?–1931).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Khaki Boys over the Top; Or, Doing and Daring for Uncle Sam" by Josephine Chase is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century, specifically post-World War I. The book follows a group of young American soldiers known as the "Khaki Boys" as they prepare for and engage in the brutal realities of trench warfare during World War I, highlighting themes of camaraderie, bravery, and sacrifice. The beginning of the novel introduces us to the five main characters, Jimmy Blaise, Roger Barlow, Bob Dalton, Franz Schnitzel, and Ignace Pulinski, who are waiting in a trench for orders to advance in a battle against German forces. As they anxiously discuss the sounds around them, they express their concerns and fears, showcasing their close bond. The narrative captures their tense moments in the trench, the anticipation of battle, and the aftermath of the chaos as they rush "over the top" into action. It sets the stage for the conflict that lies ahead, underlining their hopes for survival and the uncertainty of war.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Khaki Boys over the Top; Or, Doing and Daring for Uncle Sam
- Author credits: Chase, Josephine (?–1931)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: History - Warfare
- Category: Novels
- World War I
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