Under Fire: The Story of a Squad

Name: Under Fire: The Story of a Squad
Author: Henri Barbusse

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Yes — read Under Fire: The Story of a Squad by Henri Barbusse in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: C1
Length: 1 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

As war erupts, a group of wounded men in a mountain sanatorium reflect on the devastating conflict unfolding beyond their isolated refuge, witnessing the shattering impact on nations and humanity alike. The storm of battle looms over a world forever changed.

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