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1. Mai 2011 · The Absolutist begins with Tristin Sadler arriving in Norwich from his home in London to deliver a packet of letters to the sister of his wartime friend, Will Bancroft. In their unit of twenty young men, there is a "feather man," while conscientiously objecting to fighting, he is willing to carry a stretcher as contrasted to an absolutist, one who has chosen to have no part in the war effort ...
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18. Apr. 2021 · The Absolutist is a story of love, war, bravery, shame, and learning to live with your past mistakes. It’s a powerful discussion on the fine line between courage and cowardice, and how blurred it can get during war. Thoughtful and complex, this tale is sure to leave a strong impression on its readers. When we meet Tristan Sadler for the first ...
Tristan fought alongside Marian’s brother Will during the Great War but in 1917, Will laid down his guns on the battlefield, declared himself a conscientious objector and was shot as a traitor, an act which has brought shame and dishonour on the Bancroft family. But the letters are not the real reason for Tristan’s visit.
Brief Synopsis. "The Absolutist" is set in 1919, shortly after the end of World War I. The story takes place in England and France, with flashbacks to the trenches of the Western Front. The protagonist, Tristan Sadler, is a 21-year-old soldier who has returned home from the war and carries a heavy burden of guilt.
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The Absolutist is a masterful tale of passion, jealousy, heroism, and betrayal set in one of the most gruesome trenches of France during World War I. This novel will keep readers on the edge of their seats until its most extraordinary and unexpected conclusion, and will stay with them long after they've turned the last page. It is September ...
The Absolutist is a novel written by Irish novelist John Boyne. It was first published in 2011 by Doubleday. References This page was last edited on 25 ...
