Goodbye To All That

Book • 1929

Good-Bye to All That is a candid and critical memoir that explores Robert Graves' early life, his experiences as a soldier in World War I, and his post-war struggles.

The book provides a raw portrayal of trench warfare and the psychological impact of the war on soldiers.

It also delves into Graves' growing disillusionment with English society and his eventual departure from England.

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