Their Crimes

Project GutenbergProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 84K words
Chapters: 9

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today. Their Crimes by Léon Mirman and J. Esslemont Adams. Author: , Language: English, Class: D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918), Release Date: Nov 1, 2003

Editor's review

Their Crimes is an English-language historical document related to World War I, written by Léon Mirman and J. Esslemont Adams and released by Project Gutenberg from a public-domain text. In classification terms it belongs to World War I historical material and typically presents itself as a record, indictment, or commentary on conduct during the war, carrying a clear period stance and argumentative tone. For general readers it is not a light general history but a primary-text sample for understanding wartime public opinion, narratives of war responsibility, and the discourse of the time. Its reading value lies in contact with first-hand or near-first-hand historical statements and in training a critical sense toward historical sources: note the authors' identities, purpose, sources of evidence, and倾向 of wording. Suitable for history students and war-history enthusiasts reading selected passages, and for classroom use as source-analysis material. It is advisable not to read it straight through in isolation but to use it alongside background materials on World War I.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers studying World War I history and wartime public opinion
History students and teachers needing source-analysis material
Enthusiasts interested in narratives of war responsibility and early argumentative texts

Not a good fit for

General leisure readers hoping for light stories or fiction
Beginners lacking World War I background who need an introductory general history
Readers expecting a neutral, panoramic history of the war

Reading tips

Read a basic World War I timeline and background first, then enter the text to avoid isolated understanding.
While reading, mark the authors' stance, types of evidence, and emotional wording, and take source-critical notes.
Select chapters relevant to classroom themes and discuss them against other wartime texts.
After reading, write a brief commentary distinguishing factual statements from argumentative expression.

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FAQ

Is this book a complete general history of World War I?

No. It is a World War I-related historical document with a particular authorial stance and argumentative purpose, not a neutral, panoramic general history of the war. Readers should treat it as a historical source or sample of wartime discourse and read it alongside general histories and multiple sources.

Is this book difficult for general readers?

It is somewhat difficult. The text is in the original English, involves World War I background, figures, and events, and its argument carries period wording and a stance. Readers without background knowledge may struggle; it is advisable to learn the basic outline of the war first and then read selected passages.

What is the source and textual state of the electronic edition?

This electronic edition was released by Project Gutenberg as a free public-domain text, retaining older English expression and plain-text layout. Readers may encounter missing modern annotations and long paragraphs, so it is advisable to supplement background and split the text into chapters themselves.

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