Books matching: brutalities of war
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Save:A powerful, unsettling, and poetic conclusion to a landmark trilogy - best read as the finale to the series. Don’t expect easy comfort, but do expect to be moved and challenged.
Billy Prior leant on the sea-wall. Ten or twelve feet below him a family was gathering its things together for the trek back to boarding-house or railway station. A fat, middle-aged woman, swollen fee...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Regeneration ) A haunting, beautifully written wartime tale that’s as much about love as the deep scars of war - poignant, powerful, and definitely not for the faint of heart.
DEATH smelled different in Russia than in Africa. In Africa, under heavy English fire, the corpses between the lines had often lain unburied for a long time, too; but the sun had worked fast. At night...- #3
Save:A fiercely written, deeply affecting dark fantasy that doesn’t shy away from the horrors or tragedies of war. Not always easy to read, but impossible to forget - essential for fans of grim and gorgeous storytelling.
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Save:'Monte Cassino' in the series 'Legion of the Damned' by author Sven Hassel is a gritty World War II novel that realistically portrays the brutality and senselessness of war. It provides a snapshot of the terrible time the world found itself in during WW2, offering insight into the obscene regime of the Nazis. The story revolves around young comrades facing tough and funny moments of war, all narrated from the perspective of a soldier who was in a Wehrmacht Penal Panzer unit, bringing to life the barbarity of conflict.
We had finally got the stove from the big house burning and we were getting ready to dine. We had forty starlings which we were roasting on long sticks, and Porta was making marrow-balls. It had taken...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Legion of the Damned ) - #5
Save:Unflinching and unforgettable, Fields of Fire is a standout in Vietnam War fiction - harrowing but deeply human, and essential for anyone seeking to grasp the realities faced by those who fought.
There he went again. Smack-man came unfocused in the middle of a word, the unformed syllable a dribble of bubbly spit along his chin, and leaned forward, that sudden rush of ecstasy so slow and deep i... - #6
Save:A tough, fast-paced WWII novel that stands out for its gritty realism and dark camaraderie. Not flawless or strictly factual, but a compelling, easy-to-read take on the madness of war - especially for those looking for a soldier’s-eye view.
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Save:A visceral, muddy, and action-packed slice of medieval life - perfect for fans of historical combat and band-of-brothers tales, though not everyone will warm to its raw style or rough edges.
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Save:The Burning Shore by Wilbur Smith is an epic novel set in Africa, focusing on the journey of the heroine, Centaine De Thery, as she navigates through war, survival, love, and loyalty. The book opens during World War I, depicting intense aerial dogfights and the brutalities of war, setting the stage for Centaine's escape to Africa after her family estate is destroyed. The story transitions to Centaine's survival in the Kalahari Desert, where she forms a deep bond with desert dwellers and embarks on a journey filled with danger, perseverance, and unexpected twists. Wilbur Smith's vivid descriptions and immersive writing style bring the African landscape and characters to life, captivating readers with each page.
Michael lay in the darkness under the weight of six woollen blankets and watched the gunfire flicker through the canvas of the tent like some dreadful aurora borealis. The blankets felt cold and clamm...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Courtney ) - #9
Save:A gripping, brutally honest account of modern war with all its messiness - essential reading if you want to understand the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts beyond the headlines, but be prepared for a tough and sometimes harrowing journey.
THEY LED THE MAN to a spot at the middle of the field. A soccer field, grass, with mainly dirt around the center where the players spent most of the game. There was a special section for the handicapp... - #10
Save:'The People Immortal' by Vasily Grossman is a novel that delves into the Russian experience of World War II, focusing on the Eastern Front and the atrocities committed by the Germans in the Ukraine. The book provides a truthful and engaging perspective on the war, showcasing the stoicism and underlying goodness of ordinary people in the face of warfare, despotism, and hardship. Grossman's writing style skilfully navigates censorship, with some parts of the work only fully translated in the 2000s, highlighting his ability to capture the brutal realities of war while maintaining a sense of humanity.
