The Absurdity of War: Modernism and World War I

This chapter examines the complex factors leading to World War I and its profound impact on modernist thought and literature. Through the lens of war poets and artists, such as Ezra Pound and David Jones, it highlights the disillusionment and alienation experienced by a generation. The discussion underscores the shift in perceptions of heroism and the absurdity of traditional military strategies in the face of advancing technologies, ultimately reshaping societal values.