George Topîrceanu, prizonier la bulgari: „Niciodată n-am simțit mai adânc că omul e mai rău decât fiara”

George Topîrceanu, a Romanian poet, recounts his experiences as a soldier during World War I, detailing the harsh realities of war and captivity. He describes the chaotic battle at Turtucaia, where Romanian soldiers faced overwhelming odds and the brutality of conflict. Topîrceanu reflects on the stark contrast between the romanticized image of soldiers and the grim reality of war, highlighting the suffering and despair of his fellow soldiers. After being captured, he witnesses the cruelty of captivity and the indifference of locals, as well as the struggle for survival amidst dire conditions. His writings serve as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war.