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The End: How the Great War Was Stopped. A Novelistic Vagary

By L. P. (Louis Pope) Gratacap

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"The End: How the Great War Was Stopped. A Novelistic Vagary" by L. P. Gratacap is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book unfo...

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"The End: How the Great War Was Stopped. A Novelistic Vagary" by L. P. Gratacap is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book unfolds in the backdrop of the Great War and introduces the idyllic village of Saint Choiseul, where the narrator describes his childhood home, family, and relationships, particularly with his sister Gabrielle. The story hints at themes of mystical experiences and personal struggles against the larger canvas of conflict and war. The opening of the narrative establishes a rich and vivid setting in Saint Choiseul, portraying a picturesque village life filled with beauty and character, while simultaneously introducing the internal and external conflicts faced by the characters. The protagonist reflects on the affectionate relationship he shares with his sister Gabrielle, who is illustrated as sensitive and deeply introspective, harboring an unexplained mystical connection that hints at future destiny-altering events. The seeds of a larger tale are planted as we glimpse into the emotional and psychic struggles that the characters will face, especially as they are caught in the throes of an impending war, where personal and collective battles intersect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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