Bücher von Madeleine Zabriskie Doty

Short Rations: An American Woman In Germany, 1915-1916 is a memoir written by Madeleine Zabriskie Doty. The book is a first-hand account of Doty's experiences as an American woman living in Germany during World War I. The memoir covers the period from 1915 to 1916, during which Doty lived in Berlin with her husband, who was working as a correspondent for the New York Evening Post.The book provides a unique perspective on life in Germany during the war, as Doty was able to observe the country from the perspective of an outsider. She describes the shortages of food and other supplies, as well as the impact of the war on the German people. Doty also provides insights into the social and cultural life of the city, including her experiences attending concerts and other events.Throughout the book, Doty reflects on her own identity as an American woman living in Germany during a time of war. She grapples with questions of loyalty and patriotism, and considers the role of women in wartime. The book offers a compelling and intimate portrait of life in Germany during World War I, and sheds light on the experiences of American women living abroad during this tumultuous period in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.