Men at Arms
“Men at Arms” by Evelyn Waugh, published by Penguin in 1964, is a novel that follows Guy Crouchback as he seeks to join the war by taking a commission in the Royal Corps of Halberdiers. With high spirits, he experiences the pomp and circumstance of military life, yet finds himself lacking in actual combat experience. His initial campaign on the West African coastline leads to an incident that tarnishes his reputation within the regiment.
In this edition, readers will encounter the beginning of Waugh’s Sword of Honor trilogy, which chronicles the complex and often absurd realities of wartime. The narrative delves into themes of duty and disillusionment, as Crouchback navigates the challenges of military life during World War II. With 245 pages, this edition presents a detailed exploration of contemporary literature, reflecting Waugh’s sharp wit and keen observations on the human condition amidst conflict.
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Guy Crouchback, determined to get into the war, takes a commission in the Royal Corps of Halberdiers. His spirits high, he sees all the trimmings but none of the action. And his first campaign, an abortive affair on the West African coastline, ends with an escapade that seriously blots his Halberdier copybook.”Men at Arms” is the first novel in Waugh’s brilliant Sword of Honor trilogy recording the tumultuous wartime adventures of Guy Crouchback (“the finest work of fiction in English to emerge from World War II” -“Atlantic Monthly”), which also comprises “Officers and Gentlemen “and” Unconditional Surrender.”
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