In Pirin Planina: Tragic and Comic Episodes from Captivity, Romanian
poet and writer George Topirceanu (1886-1937) described his experiences
as a soldier during World War I. Despite his bleak surroundings and
vivid descriptions of death and tragedy that he witnessed, Topirceanu
managed to find humor in the most unusual circumstances, making Pirin
Planina a truly unique account of the War. His experiences will leave
the reader perplexed. Topirceanu's unique blend of drama, tragedy, and
humor will immerse the reader into the world of a soldier during World
War I.