All Quiet on the Western Front

All Quiet on the Western Front

Chapter 7 

What do you think Paul is really looking for when he sits in his room at home? Why can't he find it?

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Paul is looking for the boy he used to be..... a connection to the past. While he examines the books in his old room, he attempts to think back on his youth, but nothing comes--he is only a soldier. Paul has lost himself...... and even the familiarity of home can't help him find who he once was.

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