Dat hebben we gehad

The book feels both personal and sprawling — I wonder how he chose what to share and what to leave out, especially with such intense experiences.

Graves’ reflections often contrast the heroism with the grim reality, making me question how common this perspective was among soldiers of his time.

His imagery is so visceral — I’m curious whether this was drawn from detailed memories, sketches, or a desire to confront the reader with harsh truths.