Under Fire (Le Feu)
  is a novel written by
Henri Barbusse and published in 1916. It is a fictionalized account of Barbusse’s experiences as a soldier during World War I.
The novel is considered one of the most significant works of war literature and offers a powerful and unvarnished depiction of the harsh realities and horrors of trench warfare.
Translated by
Fitzwater Wray
Henri Barbusse was a French novelist, journalist, and a prominent figure in the literary and political scene of the early 20th century. He was born on May 17, 1873, in Asnières-sur-Seine, France, and died on August 30, 1935, in Moscow, Soviet Union.
Barbusse is best known for his novel ‘Le Feu’ (
Under Fire ), published in 1916, which brought him international acclaim. The book is a fictionalized account of his experiences as a soldier during World War I, offering a realistic and often grim portrayal of the horrors of war. It is considered one of the most important war novels ever written.