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Highlight: 'Superbly researched and written, Laugh or Cry is a must-read for anyone who has an ancestor who served in the war, as well as those who have a more general interest in the Western Front.'

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Overall, we can expect nothing less from both Hart and Bain who hold back no punches in making us appreciate what the experience of these men were, but also - in a round about way - how fortunate we are today that we do not have to go through such experience. Whilst never taking away from the quite horrendous experiences that these men went through, they continually recognise the importance of humour. There in is perhaps a further lesson for everyone.

I hope that we can expect future joint books from the authors which take a refreshing slant on the experience that humanity endured in the First World War. I look forward to dipping into the extracts from this book for many years to come.

Jon Sandison

4 out of 5

I’ll warrant that any British soldier who reads this book, whilst shaking his head at how much is still the same a century later, will smile and feel kinship with the Tommies, Canucks and ANZACs of 14-18.

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The book goes along nicely going from one quote to another, it’s an easy read because the book is written very well indeed.

Written by a couple of excellent historians, I can’t really fault this book at all, and is surely a must of any Great War fans.

The History Fella

It is captivating and entertaining read and is unreservedly recommended for anyone who has an interest in the
Great War.

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Phil Curme