Alfred Wright’s Autograph Book
Alfred Wright’s Autograph Book by Chris Edye, published by ETT Imprint on November 2, 2020, is an exploration of personal history set against the backdrop of World War I. This edition, comprising 86 pages, presents the journey of Alfred Wright, who enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force in 1916. As he trained and traveled, he collected signatures in an autograph book from over 100 individuals he encountered, weaving a narrative that reflects both his experiences and the lives of those he met along the way.
Readers will find a detailed account of Alfred Wright’s military service and the impact of the war on his life and Australia. The book delves into themes of biography and memoir, capturing the essence of notable figures from that era. Through the lens of Wright’s experiences, the narrative sheds light on the historical context of Australia during and after the war, offering insights into the personal and collective transformations that occurred.
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In 1916 Alfred Wright enlisted in the AIF. After training at the Engineer Officer Training School in Moore Park and at Roseville NSW he embarked aboard HMAT A14 Euripides, headed for Britain. On the way, he bought an autograph book, and over the next four years, more than 100 of the people he met signed it. This is the story of Alfred Wright’s war, illuminated by the stories of some of those he met, and of his return to a changed Australia.
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