My Four Weeks in France

My Four Weeks in France is Ring Lardner's vivid and humorous account of his brief deployment to France during World War I. Originally published in 1918, the book blends behind-the-scenes observations, witty commentary, and the absurdity of everyday military life. Lardner captures the chaos of wartime logistics-lost equipment, language mishaps, and universal discomfort-while refusing to let humor be a casualty of war.

This modernized edition preserves Lardner's voice and perspective while delivering improved formatting and readability. It includes updated editorial features and valuable historical context to support new generations of readers. A compelling choice for anyone interested in World War I, journalism, American humor writing, or the resilience of the human spirit in uncertain times.