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"Fulgrim is a gripping addition to the Horus Heresy series, which explores the corruption and downfall of one of the Emperor's most beloved Primarchs. McNeill's vivid descriptions of the battles, coupled with his in-depth character development, make this book an intense and emotional ride. Fans of science fiction and military history will both find something to love in Fulgrim, as it blends both genres seamlessly."
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WINNER OF THE 2015 COSTA NOVEL AWARDA God in Ruins relates the life of Teddy Todd – would-be poet, heroic World War II bomber pilot, husband, father, and grandfather – as he navigates the perils and progress of the 20th century. For all Teddy endures in battle, his greatest challenge will be to face living in a future he never expected to have.This gripping, often deliriously funny yet emotionally devastating book looks at war – that great fall of Man from grace – and the effect it has, not only on those who live through it, but on the lives of the subsequent generations. It is also about the infinite magic of fiction.Those who loved the bestselling Life After Life will recognise Teddy as Ursula Todd’s adored younger brother – but for those who have not read it, A God in Ruins stands fully on its own. Few will dispute that it proves once again that Kate Atkinson is one of the most exceptional novelists of our age.
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Joseph Heller
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Vintage
Catch-22 : As recommended on BBC2's Between the Covers
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Catch-22 is a classic book which will appeal to fans of satirical and dark humor. The main character Yossarian is an American soldier stationed in Italy during World War II, and the book is a satirical take on the military madness and the Catch-22 situation that traps Yossarian in a never-ending cycle of flying combat missions. Readers will be entertained by the dark humor and tragic satire throughout the book.
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James Clavell
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Dell
King Rat
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King Rat can be a good read for those interested in historical fiction with a dark, gritty edge. The book's unique aspect lies in the protagonist's cunning nature and his manipulation of both fellow prisoners and his captors. Readers may appreciate the complex portrayal of the protagonist's gradual descent into darkness and the book's exploration of power dynamics in extreme conditions.
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Conn Iggulden
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Harper
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Wolf of the Plains
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He was born Temujin, the son of a khan, raised in a clan of hunters migrating across the rugged steppe. Temujin's young life was shaped by a series of brutal acts: the betrayal of his father by a neighboring tribe and the abandonment of his entire family, cruelly left to die on the harsh plain. But Temujin endured--and from that moment on, he was driven by a singular fury: to survive in the face of death, to kill before being killed, and to conquer enemies who could come without warning from beyond the horizon.Through a series of courageous raids against the Tartars, Temujin's legend grew. And so did the challenges he faced--from the machinations of a Chinese ambassador to the brutal abduction of his young wife, Borte. Blessed with ferocious courage, it was the young warrior's ability to learn, to imagine, and to judge the hearts of others that propelled him to greater and greater power. Until Temujin was chasing a vision: to unite many tribes into one, to make the earth tremble under the hoofbeats of a thousand warhorses, to subject unknown nations and even empires to his will.
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Sun Tzu was one of the greatest army generals who ever lived. He wrote The Art of War in the fifth century BC. His writings on aspects of warfare from the laying of plans to the tactics and psychology of manoeuvering an army, to the proper use of spies, resonate for us in this world of cut-throat, ruthless business.
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Ken Follett
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Viking
The Evening and the Morning
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If you're drawn to immersive sagas that transport you deep into the heart of the medieval world, "The Evening and the Morning" will captivate you. Ken Follett weaves the lives of three characters against a backdrop of raw power struggles, offering a rich prelude to his renowned "The Pillars of the Earth". Every page promises the meticulous historical detail and storytelling prowess Follett is celebrated for, making it a must-read for historical fiction aficionados.
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Anthony Doerr
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Simon
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All the Light We Cannot See
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"All the Light We Cannot See" would be a good read for history buffs as it highlights the intricacies of life during WWII. The unique feature of the book is the way the plot twists through the lives of a blind French girl and a German boy, providing a captivating and unexpected journey for the reader. The exemplary use of lucid imagery against the backdrop of the tragedy of WWII is something users are sure to appreciate.
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Thi Bui
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Abrams
Comicarts
The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir
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"The Best We Could Do" offers a window into the soul-stirring experiences of a refugee family. Thi Bui’s debut is a powerful graphical memoir that tugs at the heart with its deep examination of family ties, personal identity, and the pains of displacement. The artwork complements the narrative, offering a visceral experience that connects you to the complexities of immigration and the intricacies of familial love. If you're drawn to stories that humanize history and personalize the immigrant experience, this book's poignant narrative and visual storytelling will resonate with you.
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Louise Doughty
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Faber
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Black Water
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Black Water could be a good read for those interested in historical dark events and their effects on individuals. Louise Doughty's writing style draws on the reader's sense of moral conscience, as she portrays the struggle with past guilt and the ability to seek redemption. The moving of scenes between different times and locations adds to the depth of the story and helps the reader understand the protagonist's struggles.
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John Andrews
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Economist
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The World in Conflict : Understanding the world's troublespots
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a) If you are fascinated by the complexities of global conflicts and want to gain a deeper understanding of the world's danger spots, "The World in Conflict" is a must-read. John Andrews fearlessly examines the causes and impacts of today's conflicts, offering valuable insights that will help you comprehend the persistent presence of war and terrorism in our world.
b) "The World in Conflict" is an essential guide for those who yearn to unravel the intricate web of global conflicts. With meticulous analysis and thought-provoking insights, John Andrews explores the underlying reasons behind today's wars, shedding light on their potential outcomes. This book will broaden your understanding of our conflict-ridden world and empower you to make sense of its complexities.
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Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai
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Algonquin
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The Mountains Sing
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"The Mountains Sing" isn't just a book; it's a soul-stirring journey through Vietnam's turbulent history from the perspective of those who lived it. The tapestry of family tales entwined with the cadence of a poet’s touch makes it a deeply human and emotionally charged read. If you've ever wanted to understand the resilience of the human spirit against the backdrop of war, this narrative promises to deliver through the powerful storytelling of Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai.
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Vegetius, Thomas R. Phillips, John Clarke |
Martino
Fine
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The Military Institutions of the Romans
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If you're intrigued by the historical depth and perennial relevance of military strategy, Vegetius's "The Military Institutions of the Romans" offers an authentic dive into ancient principles that shaped medieval tactics and still echo in modern defense. Its profound insights on military preparedness and strategy are not just a portal into the past, but also a blueprint for understanding the philosophy of war that transcends eras. For enthusiasts of military history or strategy, it's a foundational text that connects the dots across centuries.
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Nathaniel Philbrick
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Harper
Perennial
Mayflower : A Voyage to War
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Recommended for history buffs who are interested in learning about the less-known, violent aspects of the early colonization of America. Provides insight into the complex interactions and conflicts between the settlers and indigenous peoples.
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Donovan Campbell
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Random
House
Joker One : A Marine Platoon's Story of Courage, Leadership, and Brotherhood
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After graduating from Princeton, Donovan Campbell, motivated by his unwavering patriotism and commitment, decided to join the service, realizing that becoming a Marine officer would allow him to give back to his country, engage in the world, and learn to lead. In this immediate, thrilling, and inspiring memoir, Campbell recounts a timeless and transcendent tale of brotherhood, courage, and sacrifice.As commander of a forty-man infantry platoon called Joker One, Campbell had just months to train and transform a ragtag group of brand-new Marines into a first-rate cohesive fighting unit, men who would become his family: Sergeant Leza, the house intellectual who read Che Guevara; Sergeant Mariano Noriel, the “Filipino ball of fire” who would become Campbell’s closest confidant and friend; Lance Corporal William Feldmeir, a narcoleptic who fell asleep during battle; and a lieutenant known simply as “the Ox,” whose stubborn aggressiveness would be more curse than blessing. Campbell and his men were assigned to Ramadi, that capital of the Sunni-dominated Anbar province that was an explosion just waiting to happen. And when it did happen–with the chilling cries of “Jihad, Jihad, Jihad!” echoing from minaret to minaret–Campbell and company were there to protect the innocent, battle the insurgents, and pick up the pieces. After seven months of day-to-day, house-to-house combat, nearly half of Campbell’s platoon had been wounded, a casualty rate that went beyond that of any Marine or Army unit since Vietnam. Yet unlike Fallujah, Ramadi never fell to the enemy.Told by the man who led the unit of hard-pressed Marines, Joker One is a gripping tale of a leadership, loyalty, faith, and camaraderie throughout the best and worst of times.
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James R. Benn
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Soho
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Billy Boyle : A World War II Mystery
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"Billy Boyle is a great read for fans of World War II history and mystery. James R. Benn does an excellent job of weaving Billy's personal story and struggles with the high stakes of war and espionage. The unique setting of Norway and Billy Boyle's background as an Irish American cop provide a fresh angle to the genre. The plot is well-paced and the characters are well-developed, making for a satisfying read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats."
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Günter Grass, Ida Balslev-Olesen, Krishna Winston |
Harpervia
Crabwalk
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Günter Grass has been wrestling with Germany's past for decades now, but no book since The Tin Drum has generated as much excitement as this engrossing account of the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff . A German cruise ship turned refugee carrier, it was attacked by a Soviet submarine in January 1945. Some 9,000 people went down in the Baltic Sea, making it the deadliest maritime disaster of all time.Born to an unwed mother on a lifeboat the night of the attack, Paul Pokriefke is a middle-aged journalist trying to piece together the tragic events. While his mother sees her whole existence in terms of that calamitous moment, Paul wishes their life could have been less touched by the past. For his teenage son, who dabbles in the dark, far-right corners of the Internet, the Gustloff embodies the denial of Germany's wartime suffering."Scuttling backward to move forward," Crabwalk is at once a captivating tale of a tragedy at sea and a fearless examination of the ways different generations of Germans now view their past.Winner of the Nobel Prize
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Max Brooks
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Duckworth
World War Z : An Oral History of the Zombie War
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It began with rumors from China about another pandemic. Then the cases started to multiply and what had looked like the stirrings of a criminal underclass, even the beginnings of a revolution, soon revealed itself to be much, much worse. Faced with a future of mindless, man-eating horror, humanity was forced to accept the logic of world government and face events that tested our sanity and our sense of reality.Based on extensive interviews with survivors and key players in the 10-year fight-back against the horde, World War Z brings the very finest traditions of American journalism to bear on what is surely the most incredible story in the history of civilisation.Max Brooks lives in New York City but is ready to move to a more remote and defensible location at a moment's notice. His Zombie Survival Guide was adopted as a required text by all of the world's basic military training programs during the recent global conflict.
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"In Memoriam" is a compelling journey, ideal for anyone who appreciates historical fiction with deep emotional undercurrents. Alice Winn has masterfully balanced the grim realities of World War I with a poignant love story that offers both an epic scope and an intimate look into the characters' lives. Readers with a taste for narratives that capture the resilience of the human spirit and the complexities of love against a backdrop of historical events will find themselves deeply moved by this tale.
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Thomas C. Schelling
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Harvard
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The Strategy of Conflict : With a New Preface by the Author
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This book is ideal for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of strategic thinking and conflict resolution. Schelling proposes a new way of looking at negotiations, war, and criminal deterrence, showing enlightening similarities between these seemingly disparate situations. This book offers insights into human psychology and helps readers understand why we behave the way we do in certain situations, making it a must-read for anyone looking to improve their negotiation skills or enhance their knowledge of game theory.
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Sands Philippe
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Weidenfeld
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Nicolson
East West Street: On the Origins of "Genocide" and "Crimes Against Humanity"
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"East West Street" isn't just a history book—it's a compelling mix of personal narrative and historical detective work. If you're intrigued by the origins of human rights laws, and how individual lives shape and are shaped by history, Philippe Sands' exploration is fascinating and deeply humanizing. It weaves between a family story and the architects of international law, making epoch-defining events incredibly personal.
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Henry Louis Gates Jr., Ira Berlin, Solomon Northup |
Penguin
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12 Years a Slave (Movie Tie-In)
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"12 Years a Slave" isn't just a recount of a free man's forced descent into the abyss of slavery; it’s a masterful and poignant narrative that offers a rare and educated perspective, bridging the gap between freed people and slaves. Imagine feeling Solomon Northup's piercing struggle against dehumanization while grasping the quintessence of courage in adversity. This book doesn’t just paint a picture of history; it immerses you in the raw truth of human strength and resilience.
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Michael Crichton
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Harper
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Dragon Teeth
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Michael Crichton, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Jurassic Park, returns to the world of paleontology in this recently discovered novel - a thrilling adventure set in the Wild West during the golden age of fossil hunting. The year is 1876. Warring Indian tribes still populate America's western territories even as lawless gold-rush towns begin to mark the landscape. Against this backdrop two paleontologists pillage the Wild West for dinosaur fossils, while deceiving and sabotaging each other in a rivalry that will come to be known as the Bone Wars. Into this treacherous territory plunges William Johnson, a Yale student with more privilege than sense. Determined to win a bet against his arch-rival, William has joined world-renowned paleontologist Othniel Charles Marsh on his latest expedition. But Marsh becomes convinced that William is spying for his nemesis, Edwin Drinker Cope, and abandons him in Cheyenne, Wyoming, a locus of crime and vice. Soon William joins forces with Cope and stumbles upon a discovery of historic proportions. The struggle to protect this extraordinary treasure, however, will test William's newfound resilience and pit him against some of the West's most dangerous and notorious characters...
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Nathaniel Fick
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Mariner
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One Bullet Away : The Making of a Marine Officer
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"One Bullet Away' is an inspiring account of Nathaniel Fick's journey from a platoon leader in Afghanistan to the pinnacle of Recon, leading 22 Marines into the deadliest conflict since Vietnam. His hard-won insights into military ideals versus military practice, and the crushing pressure that young leaders face in combat are enlightening and thought-provoking. Fick's writing style sets this book apart and it is a must-read for anyone interested in modern day military action."
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Nevil Shute
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Heinemann
Educational
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A Town Like Alice
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A Town Like Alice is a powerful story of love, courage and resilience set against the backdrop of World War II and the Malayan jungle. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy stories of overcoming adversity and the triumph of the human spirit. The unique feature of this book is its portrayal of an Englishwoman's journey from a pampered life into the bravery of a wartime heroine.
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Simon Scarrow
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Headline
Day Of The Caesars (Eagles Of The Empire 16)
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AD 55. Claudius is dead. Rome is in turmoil. And two brave heroes of the Roman army face the challenge of their lives. Simon Scarrow's DAY OF THE CAESARS is not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. 'A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy' The TimesThe Emperor Claudius is dead. Nero rules. His half-brother Britannicus has also laid claim to the throne. A bloody power struggle is underway.All Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro want is a simple army life, fighting with their brave and loyal men. But Cato has caught the eye of rival factions determined to get him on their side. To survive, Cato must play a cunning game, and enlist the help of the one man in the Empire he can trust: Macro.As the rebel force grows, legionaries and Praetorian Guards are moved like chess pieces by powerful and shadowy figures. A political game has created the ultimate military challenge. Can civil war be averted? The future of the empire is in Cato's hands...IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!
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Mark L. Clifford
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St.
Martin's
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Today Hong Kong, Tomorrow the World: What China's Crackdown Reveals About Its Plans to End Freedom Everywhere
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If you're concerned about global freedom and democracy, "Today Hong Kong, Tomorrow the World" might strike a chord with you. Mark L. Clifford provides an eye-opening account of China's crackdown in Hong Source, framing it as a cautionary tale for the world. It's a narrative that's as educational as it is disturbing, compelling readers to think deeply about the international implications of China's actions.
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Omar El Akkad
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Pan
Macmillan
American War
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American War is a compelling dystopian novel that presents a thought-provoking scenario of America torn apart by a second civil war. Its unique feature lies in the author's poignant portrayal of the human cost of war through the character of Sarat, who is forced to confront the horrific reality of war in order to survive. Recommended for readers interested in transformative fiction that raises questions about the role of power, ideology, and morality in times of crisis.
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Anne Frank
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Pearson
Education
The Diary of Anne Frank
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Anne Frank's diary offers us a window into the everyday life of a spirited and insightful teenager during one of history's darkest times. If you're looking to understand the human aspect of war, particularly from the perspective of the young and hopeful amidst fear and oppression, this diary — raw, honest, and timeless — will not only educate but also leave a lasting impression on your heart.
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"The Betrayal" is a heart-wrenching historical fiction set in post-war Soviet Russia. The book explores the lives of Andrei and Anna in a dangerous environment where one cannot be too sure who to trust. It portrays the struggle of the ordinary people to survive in a time of violence and terror. The unique feature of this book is the suspense that keeps the reader engaged and guessing till the very end. This book is recommended for readers who enjoy historical fiction with elements of suspense, betrayal, and survival.
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Lorrie Moore
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Faber
I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home
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If you've ever felt torn between places and people, or if you've ever had to find your footing amid national chaos and personal turmoil, this book speaks volumes. It's a story that unflinchingly explores themes of loss, love, and what it means to truly be home. Lorrie Moore's narrative captures the raw essence of human connections, woven into the tapestry of a country's frenzy, which might resonate deeply with your own experiences.
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Richard Engel
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Simon
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Schuster,
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And Then All Hell Broke Loose: Two Decades in the Middle East
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Based on two decades of reporting, NBC’s chief foreign correspondent’s riveting story of the Middle East revolutions, the Arab Spring, war, and terrorism seen up-close—sometimes dangerously so.When he was just twenty-three, a recent graduate of Stanford University, Richard Engel set off to Cairo with $2,000 and dreams of being a reporter. Shortly thereafter he was working freelance for Arab news sources and got a call that a busload of Italian tourists were massacred at a Cairo museum. This is his first view of the carnage these years would pile on. Over two decades Engel has been under fire, blown out of hotel beds, taken hostage. He has watched Mubarak and Morsi in Egypt arrested and condemned, reported from Jerusalem, been through the Lebanese war, covered the whole shooting match in Iraq, interviewed Libyan rebels who toppled Gaddafi, reported from Syria as Al-Qaeda stepped in, was kidnapped in the Syrian crosscurrents of fighting. He goes into Afghanistan with the Taliban and to Iraq with ISIS. In the page-turning And Then All Hell Broke Loose, he shares his adventure tale.Engel takes chances, though not reckless ones, keeps a level head and a sense of humor, as well as a grasp of history in the making. Reporting as NBC’s Chief-Foreign Correspondent, he reveals his unparalleled access to the major figures, the gritty soldiers, and the helpless victims in the Middle East during this watershed time. We can experience the unforgettable suffering and despair of the local populations. Engel’s vivid description is intimate and personal. Importantly, it is a succinct and authoritative account of the ever-changing currents in that dangerous land.
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Michael Ondaatje
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Bloomsbury
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The English Patient : Bloomsbury Modern Classics
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A beautiful new limited edition paperback of The English Patient, published as part of the Bloomsbury Modern Classics list.Haunting and harrowing, as beautiful as it is disturbing, The English Patient tells the story of the entanglement of four damaged lives in an Italian monastery as World War II ends. The exhausted nurse, Hana; the maimed thief, Caravaggio; the wary sapper, Kip: each is haunted by the riddle of the English patient, the nameless, burn victim who lies in an upstairs room and whose memories of passion, betrayal, and rescue illuminate this book like flashes of heat lightning. In lyrical prose informed by a poetic consciousness, Michael Ondaatje weaves these characters together, pulls them tight, then unravels the threads with unsettling acumen. A book that binds readers of great literature, The English Patient garnered the Booker Prize for author Ondaatje. The poet and novelist has also written In the Skin of a Lion, Coming Through Slaughter and The Collected Works of Billy the Kid; two collections of poems, The Cinnamon Peeler and There's a Trick with a Knife I'm Learning to Do; and a memoir, Running in the Family.
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"A Thousand Sons" is a must-read for fans of the Warhammer universe who enjoy stories centered around the forbidden use of magic. It explores the consequences of wielding power that goes against the norms of society and the cost of that choice. McNeill's storytelling of the Thousand Sons' journey to uncover the truth about their fate is incredible.
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Rose Tremain
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W.w.
Norton
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The Gustav Sonata
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Gustav Perle grows up in a small town in Switzerland, where the horrors of the Second World War seem only a distant echo. An only child, he lives alone with Emilie, the mother he adores but who treats him with bitter severity. He begins an intense friendship with a Jewish boy his age, talented and mercurial Anton Zweibel, a budding concert pianist. Moving backward to the war years and the painful repercussions of an act of conscience, and forward through the lives and careers of two men, The Gustav Sonata explores the passionate love of childhood friendship as it is lost, transformed, and regained over a lifetime. Moving between the 1930s and the 1990s, this fierce and beautifully orchestrated novel explores the vast human issues of racism and tolerance, flight and refuge, cruelty and tenderness. It is a powerful and deeply moving addition to the beloved oeuvre of one of our greatest contemporary novelists.
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Saul David
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Back
Bay
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Operation Thunderbolt : Flight 139 and the Raid on Entebbe Airport, the Most Audacious Hostage Rescue Mission in History
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The definitive account of one of the greatest Special Forces missions ever, the Raid of Entebbe, by acclaimed military historian Saul David.On June 27, 1976, an Air France flight from Tel Aviv to Paris was hijacked by a group of Arab and German terrorists who demanded the release of 53 terrorists. The plane was forced to divert to Entebbe, in Uganda -- ruled by the murderous despot Idi Amin, who had no interest in intervening.Days later, Israeli commandos disguised as Ugandan soldiers assaulted the airport terminal, killed all the terrorists, and rescued all the hostages but three who were killed in the crossfire. The assault force suffered just one its commander, Yoni Netanyahu (brother of Israel's Prime Minister.) Three of the country's greatest leaders -- Ehud Barak, Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Rabin -- planned and pulled off one of the most astonishing military operations in history.
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1952. Twelve years have passed since Churchill lost to the appeasers, and Britain surrendered to Nazi Germany after Dunkirk. As the long German war against Russia rages on in the east, the British people find themselves under dark authoritarian rule: the press, radio and television are controlled; the streets patrolled by violent auxiliary police and British Jews face ever greater constraints. There are terrible rumours too about what is happening in the basement of the German Embassy at Senate House. Defiance, though, is growing.In Britain, Winston Churchill's Resistance organisation is increasingly a thorn in the government's side. And in a Birmingham mental hospital an incarcerated scientist, Frank Muncaster, may hold a secret that could change the balance of the world struggle forever. Civil Servant David Fitzgerald, secretly acting as a spy for the Resistance, is given by them the mission to rescue his old friend Frank and get him out of the country. Before long he, together with a disparate group of Resistance activists, will find themselves fugitives in the midst of London’s Great Smog; as David’s wife Sarah finds herself drawn into a world more terrifying than she ever could have imagined. And hard on their heels is Gestapo Sturmbannfuhrer Gunther Hoth, brilliant, implacable hunter of men . . .
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Set against the dramatic backdrop of the American Civil War, Margaret Mitchell's magnificent historical epic is an unforgettable tale of love and loss, of a nation mortally divided and a people forever changed. Above all, it is the story of beautiful, ruthless Scarlett O'Hara and the dashing soldier of fortune, Rhett Butler.Since its first publication in 1936, Gone with the Wind has endured a story for all our times.
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If the intricate workings of the Oval Office intrigue you, especially during times of conflict, "Obama's Wars" offers a window into the decision-making and pressures faced by a U.S. president. Bob Woodward's thorough approach means you're getting a narrative rich with detail and substantiated by many voices from the administration. This could be the book that helps you understand the complexities and challenges of presidential leadership in modern America.
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Tatiana de Rosnay
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Sarah's Key : From Paris to Auschwitz, one girl's journey to find her brother
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Paris, July 1942: Sarah, a ten year-old girl, is brutally arrested with her family by the French police in the Vel’ d’Hiv’ roundup, but not before she locks her younger brother in a cupboard in the family's apartment, thinking that she will be back within a few hours.Paris, May 2002: On Vel’ d’Hiv’s 60th anniversary, journalist Julia Jarmond is asked to write an article about this black day in France's past. Through her contemporary investigation, she stumbles onto a trail of long-hidden family secrets that connect her to Sarah. Julia finds herself compelled to retrace the girl's ordeal, from that terrible term in the Vel d'Hiv', to the camps, and beyond. As she probes into Sarah's past, she begins to question her own place in France, and to reevaluate her marriage and her life.
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This book is a deeply moving exploration of the complexities of the human mind and the intertwining lives of two psychiatrists. Through vivid descriptions of various settings, from Victorian asylums to the plains of Africa, Sebastian Faulks takes readers on a mesmerizing journey. The dynamic relationship between Jacques and Thomas, intertwined with the presence of Sonia, captivates readers and keeps them engaged until the very end. Prepare to be challenged and enlightened as you delve into the depths of the human psyche.
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A Good Scent From A Strange Mountain
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The Vietnam War continues to play itself out in fiction, autobiography, and history books, but no American author has captured the experiences of the Vietnamese themselves--and caught their voices--more tellingly than Robert Olen Butler, who won the Pulitzer Prize in 1993 for A Good Scent From a Strange Mountain. The 15 stories collected here, all written in the first person, blend Vietnamese folklore, the terrible, lingering memories of war, American pop culture and family drama. Butler's literary ventriloquism, as he mines the experiences of a people with a great literary tradition of their own, is uncanny; but his talents as a writer of universal truths is what makes this a collection for the ages.
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Rebecca West
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Dover
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The Return Of The Soldier
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This book offers a hauntingly beautiful portrayal of the lasting effects of war on those who fought in it. With vividly drawn characters and a keen understanding of the shifting nature of English society in the aftermath of the First World War, Rebecca West's novel offers a poignant and deeply moving look at the wounds that war inflicts, both visible and invisible. Highly recommended for fans of historical fiction and literary fiction alike.
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If World War II history captivates you, 'Stalingrad' by Antony Beevor offers an intense, detailed portrayal of one of the war's most brutal battles. Beevor's deep analysis and vivid recounting bring the strategic, human, and moral dimensions of the conflict to life. It's a significant piece for understanding the pivotal turning points of the 20th century.
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Band of Brothers Us Tie in : E Company, 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne : from Normandy to Hitler's Eagle's Nest
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This book is a gripping account of the remarkable men of Easy Company, who demonstrated unparalleled bravery and loyalty in the face of adversity during World War II. From the intense training in Georgia to the climactic capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest, readers will be captivated by the unbreakable bond and sacrifice exhibited by these ordinary men turned extraordinary soldiers. Ambrose's vivid storytelling transports readers into the heart of the action, making it a must-read for anyone interested in history, war, and the power of camaraderie.
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The English Patient
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For fans of historical novels infused with poetic language, "The English Patient" offers a rich tapestry of emotions and mystery, unraveling in the aftermath of World War II. Your literary palate will relish Ondaatje’s lyrical storytelling which weaves together the complexities of love, memory, and identity, set against a backdrop that is both brutal and beautiful. It’s a read that stays with you, haunting, long after the last page.
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Anne Frank
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Recommended for young readers to understand the harsh realities of the Holocaust through Anne Frank's perspective presented in an easy-to-understand manner with vivid illustrations. The book can leave readers with a profound realization of the atrocities of war and their impact on innocent lives.
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The novel is set during World War II, from 1942 to 1944. It mainly follows the life of Captain John Yossarian, a U.S. Army Air Forces B-25 bombardier. Most of the events in the book occur while the fictional 256th Squadron is based on the island of Pianosa, in the Mediterranean Sea, west of Italy. The novel looks into the experiences of Yossarian and the other airmen in the camp, who attempt to maintain their sanity while fulfilling their service requirements so that they may return home.
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Lomax Eric
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Vintage
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The Railway Man (Vintage War) Exp
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Recommendation: "The Railway Man" is a gripping tale of wartime suffering and the courage to face and ultimately overcome torment. Lomax's story of intense physical and emotional pain offers an unflinching look at the brutality of war, but also a glimmer of hope in the form of redemption, forgiveness, and healing. This book is a must-read for those interested in the impact of war on individuals and society alike.
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"Horse" isn't just about a majestic animal; it's an intricate tapestry of human and equine connections that spans centuries. Geraldine Brooks masterfully weaves narratives from the past and present, creating an emotional and intellectual journey that explores the bounds of obsession, the nuances of art, and the persistent shadows of racial injustice. You'll find it's more than a story—it's a resonating conversation on the legacies we inherit and the stories we tell.