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Better Far to Pass Away

by Richard DENNYS (1884 - 1916)

Better Far to Pass Away - Read by RN

At this time of year, we dedicate the Fortnightly Poetry project to the fallen in war. This poem, written at a time when the average life expectancy of an officer at the front was a mere six weeks, vividly demonstrates a young officer's expectation and acceptance of his own death. (Summary by Ruth Golding)

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