Publisher's Synopsis
The Highway of Death is a historical book written by Earl Bishop Downer and published in 1916. The book chronicles the events of World War I, specifically the Battle of the Somme, which took place in 1916. The author provides a detailed account of the battle, which was one of the deadliest in the history of warfare. The book focuses on the experiences of the soldiers who fought in the battle, their struggles, and the horrors they faced on the battlefield. The title of the book, The Highway of Death, refers to the road that led to the battlefield, which was littered with the bodies of soldiers and civilians alike. The book is a powerful and emotional account of the devastating impact of war on individuals and society as a whole. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of World War I and the impact it had on the world.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.