A neglected classic of World War I fiction that offers an unflinching depiction of the physical and psychological cost of modern warfareThomas Boyd drew on his own experiences with the Marines at Belleau Wood, Soissons, and St. Mihiel to tell the story of William Hicks, an infantryman fighting in France in 1918. Hicks endures hunger, thirst, cold, heat, and fatigue as his platoon advances through dense woods and open fields in the face of hidden machine guns and su...

The novel is set during World War I and follows the experiences of an American soldier named Dory. The story offers a vivid and poignant depiction of the horrors and challenges faced by soldiers during the war, focusing on the emotional and psychological impact of combat."Through the Wheat" is noted for its realistic portrayal of the battlefield and the intense personal struggles of its protagonist. The novel explores themes of courage, trauma, and the harsh realities of war. It delves int...

Only once in the span of uncounted lifetimes does the world change so utterly. But more than three thousand years ago, lost in the dim centuries of Greece's prehistoric past, an angry island god is about to unleash terror. This is the Bronze Age, a time when the rich culture of Minoan Crete casts its spell over the eastern Mediterranean and in Greece itself the age-old way of life is on the brink of change.Rapi, a naïve young man from a small coastal village, has never known much i...

Powerful and poignant, a masterpiece. 'Through the Wheat' depicts the horrors of World War 1: the first modern war fought in trenches with mustard gas, artillery, and tanks. Thomas Boyd brings home the psychological damage done to men under extreme pressure fighting for their livers thousands of miles from home. Unforgettable!

A masterwork of World War I short stories portraying the experiences of Marines in battle.Points of Honor: Short Stories of the Great War by a US Combat Marine is based on author Thomas Alexander Boyd’s personal experiences as an enlisted Marine. First published in 1925 and long out of print, this edition rescues from obscurity a vivid, kaleidoscopic vision of American soldiers, US Marines mostly, serving in a global conflict a century ago. It is a true fo...

'Through the Wheat' (1923) is a novel by the American journalist, scriptwriter, and novelist Thomas Alexander Boyd (1898–1935).Influenced by his own experiences on the battlefields of France in the First World War, this story follows William Hicks, a rifleman in the U.S. Marine Corps, through his first experience of combat.After enlisting, William Hicks is eager to see combat but as friends die and the reality of war hits home, he must find the strength to survive.C...

Experience the life-changing power of Thomas Parker Boyd with this unforgettable book.

Experience the life-changing power of Thomas Parker Boyd with this unforgettable book.

Experience the life-changing power of Thomas Parker Boyd with this unforgettable book.

Experience the life-changing power of Thomas Parker Boyd with this unforgettable book.

Experience the life-changing power of Thomas Parker Boyd with this unforgettable book.

Shattered Worlds, Unbroken Spirit – 3 Classic War Novels offers a profound exploration of humanity amidst the chaos of warfare, capturing the resilience found in one of history's most tumultuous periods. Through a dynamic tapestry of narratives, the collection traverses diverse literary styles, from introspective personal accounts to expansive battlefield sagas. Set against a backdrop of global conflict, these classic novels unveil the profound impacts of war not only on individuals but al...