Soldiers Don't Go Mad

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Set in Craiglockhart War Hospital, the narrative follows Second Lieutenant Wilfred Owen as he grapples with shell shock and the horrors of war. There, he meets fellow officer Siegfried Sassoon, who inspires Owen's poetry and their mutual exploration of war's morality. Their time at the hospital not only fosters literary creativity but also marks significant advancements in psychiatry. The book delves into the psychological impacts of industrial warfare, highlighting the importance of creative expression in healing from trauma and understanding PTSD.