In Stahlgewittern
by Ernst Jünger · first published 1922
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Storm of Steel, a memoir by Ernst Jünger, is a firsthand account of his experiences as a German officer during World War I. The book describes the brutal and chaotic nature of trench warfare, heavy artillery bombardments, gas attacks, and the relentless violence of combat.
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In Stahlgewittern by Ernst Jünger, there should be an English translation.
on “The Cypherpunk Library” ↗…likely he didn't trust democracy" Since there was a direct quote from him, I think it is more acurate to say, he actually despised democracy. Maybe he changed some of his views later. I have only read "In Stahlgewittern" so far. I want to read more at some point, he is definitely an interesting character, but not necessarily a nice one.
on “History’s Fool: The long century of Ernst Jünger” ↗The English translation of his famous book “Storms of Steel” doesn’t carry the same weight as the original German title “In Stahlgewittern”. (German compound words are the best). Thinking about it it made me realize what a stark contrast that title is compared to “All Quiet on the Western Front” (by Erich Maria Remarque). And both authors…
on “History’s Fool: The long century of Ernst Jünger” ↗