Henri Barbusse

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Henri Barbusse was a French writer and journalist, widely recognized for his contribution to anti-war literature. Known for his realistic and committed style, Barbusse gained prominence with his novel Le Feu (Under Fire, 1916), a work based on his own experiences in World War I. His literary output and political activism established him as a key figure of pacifism and the communist movement in the first half of the 20th century. The outbreak of World War I in 1914 drastically changed his path. Despite his age, Barbusse enlisted as a soldier and spent seventeen months on the front lines. These experiences inspired Le Feu, a novel that starkly portrays the brutality of war and the inhuman conditions faced by soldiers in the trenches. The book, which won the prestigious Goncourt Prize in 1916, became a symbol of pacifism and rejection of armed conflict. Barbusse's commitment to pacifism and communism earned him both admirers and critics. His influence extended beyond literature, as he participated in organizing anti-fascist congresses and collaborated with leftist intellectuals of his time, such as Romain Rolland. Throughout his life, he promoted a literature engaged in social and political critique, establishing a bridge between literature and activism. Although some of his works were criticized for their strong ideological tone, his contribution to the war literature genre and his role in spreading socialist thought are undeniable. His depiction of the horrors of war in Le Feu remains a foundational reference in anti-war literature.