Behind the German Lines: A Narrative of the Everyday Life of an American Prisoner of War (1920)

Behind The German Lines: A Narrative Of The Everyday Life Of An American Prisoner Of War is a memoir written by Ralph E. Ellinwood in 1920. The book details Ellinwood's experiences as an American soldier who was captured by the Germans during World War I and held as a prisoner of war. The narrative provides a firsthand account of the day-to-day life of a prisoner of war, including the conditions of the prison camps, the treatment of prisoners, and the various methods of coping with the harsh realities of captivity. Ellinwood describes the camaraderie among the prisoners, as well as their struggles to maintain their physical and mental health while enduring the hardships of confinement.The book also offers insights into the broader cultural and political climate of the time, as Ellinwood discusses the attitudes of the German people towards the war and the treatment of prisoners. Throughout the narrative, he reflects on the impact of the war on his own life and the lives of those around him.Overall, Behind The German Lines provides a compelling and vivid portrait of the experiences of a prisoner of war during World War I, offering readers a unique perspective on the realities of captivity and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity.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.