The flood of personal experience and first hand record of events written by the retired military general, who had seen much action during war, became the best-seller in the late forties
A. memoirs B. reminiscences C. autobiography D. reports
Correct Answer: A
Explanation
In the context of the sentence, the word "flood" refers to a large volume or extensive collection of personal experiences and firsthand records written by the retired military general.
Option A: "memoirs" - This refers to a collection of personal memories or experiences, often written by someone reflecting on their life or career. It fits the description of a detailed account of personal experiences written by the general.