
Non-Combatants and Others
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The story centers around an art student named Anne, who is drawn into pacifism through her experiences during the First World War. As the conflict intensifies, Anne witnesses the devastating effects of war on individuals and society. She grapples with the moral dilemmas of pacifism, facing criticism and ostracism from those who support the war effort. Through her journey, Macaulay explores themes of individual conscience, societal pressures, and the complexities of war and peace. The novel satirizes the follies and hypocrisy of wartime society, revealing the absurdity of patriotism and the superficiality of social conventions. Anne's encounters with various characters, including artists, intellectuals, and ordinary citizens, shed light on the diverse responses to the war and the evolving social landscape of England. With sharp wit and insightful observations, Macaulay critiques the impact of the war on personal relationships, art, and the pursuit of individual truth.Book Details
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Rose Macaulay
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Rose Macaulay was an English novelist, poet, essayist, critic, biographer, and humorist. She was born in Rugby, Warwickshire, in 1881. Macaulay was educated at Oxford High School and Girton College, C...
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