The Secret Battle (1919) - Hardcover

The Secret Battle is a novel written by Alan Patrick Herbert and published in 1919. The book is a fictional account of a young officer's experiences during World War I. The story follows the protagonist, Harry Penrose, as he joins the army and is sent to the front lines. Penrose struggles with the harsh realities of war and the bureaucracy of the military. He is eventually court-martialed for desertion and faces a secret battle to clear his name. The novel explores themes of loyalty, duty, and the psychological toll of war. It is considered a powerful portrayal of the war and its impact on soldiers. The Secret Battle was well-received upon its release and has since become a classic of war literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.