Books matching: emotions of war
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A powerful, unique oral history giving voice to Soviet women in WWII - emotional, intense, and unforgettable, but best suited to readers open to fragmented, deeply personal storytelling.
*1 Osip Mandelstam (1891–1938) was one of the greatest Russian poets of the twentieth century. The epigraph comes from “Lines on the Unknown Soldier” (1937–1938). Mandelstam died in transit to one of...- #2
Save:A haunting, powerful anti-war classic that will leave you shaken and deep in thought - just be ready for some seriously heavy reading.
He wished the phone would stop ringing. It was bad enough to be sick let alone having a phone ring all night long. Boy was he sick. Not from any of their sour french wine either. A man couldn't hold e... - #3
Save:'White Death' by Robbie Morrison and Charlie Adlard is a graphic novel that brings attention to the horrific tactics used in World War I, particularly the deliberate creation of avalanches to bury troops. The story follows young Austro-Hungarian soldiers facing their last moments alive in the Italian Alps, as they navigate the horrors of war, the friendships tested by conflict, and the emotional toll of the battlefield. The artwork, sketched in white, gray, and black, effectively captures the moody contrast of snow and death, portraying the haunting facial expressions of men in the midst of war.
The book vividly depicts the despair, heartbreak, and tragedy of war, using the avalanche as a metaphor for the terrifying force that consumes everything without mercy. It explores themes of brother against brother, PTSD, and the futility of war, providing a raw and emotional portrayal of the harsh realities faced by soldiers during World War I.
Powerful, eye-opening, and deeply personal - a must-read for anyone interested in the human side of war or looking for history that truly hits home.
Abolitionist Aaron Stevens, Writing to His Brother in 1858, Warns That Slavery Will Only Be Done Away with “By the Sword” & Stevens Bids Farewell to His Brother from Jail Before Being Hanged for Parti...- #5
Save:'Rolling Thunder' by Mark Berent is an authentic and vivid account of American pilots in the Vietnam War. The book delves into the frustrations faced by the Air Force and other services trying to win a war that was heavily influenced by politicians. The narrative highlights the corruption, black market activities, and challenges faced by the troops in understanding the Vietnamese culture and language. Despite the lack of descriptions of Vietnam itself, the novel portrays a realistic depiction of the American involvement in the war.
The writing in 'Rolling Thunder' is praised for its top-notch characterization and attention to detail. The characters are portrayed as believable and fleshed out with care, with further details being revealed gradually to avoid spoiling upcoming plot points. The book is noted for its plausible characters, action-packed scenes, and a glossary that aids in understanding the plethora of military acronyms used throughout the narrative.
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Save:A gripping, sometimes polarizing memoir that’s as much about the cost of war as it is about battlefield heroics; worth reading for its raw honesty, but not for everyone.
Mine starts in north-central Texas. I grew up in small towns where I learned the importance of family and traditional values, like patriotism, self-reliance, and watching out for your family and neigh... A poignant, youthful window into life under siege - simple, sincere, and powerful, but not for those seeking an in-depth history lesson or a tightly crafted novel.
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Save:A sobering, important war novel that explores injustice and the cost of institutional failings - worth reading for history buffs and fans of powerful classic literature.
The two soldiers were standing, partly concealed, behind a roadside clump of trees. A light wind from the northeast brought a sound of distant gunfire which the older one recognized as the dying notes... - #9
Save:A beautifully written, sometimes heartbreaking WWII romance that shines more in mood and character than plot complexity. Worth a read if you want emotional depth and evocative prose, but may not satisfy those seeking gritty resistance action or deep-dive historical detail.
THE PILOT PAUSED AT THE EDGE OF THE WOOD, WHERE already it was dark, oak-dark at midday. He propped himself against a tree, believing that in the shadows he was hidden, at least for the moment. The ot... Andrew Wiest's 'The Boys of '67' follows the journey of C Company, 4th Battalion, 47th Infantry Regiment, an all-draftee unit deployed to the Mekong Delta in 1967. The book meticulously describes the bloody operations and major battles from the perspective of the human toll they exacted, highlighting the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers. Wiest's writing style focuses on portraying the all-American attributes of the soldiers, their wounds, and deaths with a constant and poignant emphasis on the cruelty of war.
