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These two classic works capture the tide of world events even as they unfold the compelling tale of a single American family drawn into the very center of the war's maelstrom.
The multimillion-copy bestsellers that capture all the drama, romance, heroism, and tragedy of the Second World War -- and that constitute Wouk's crowning achievement -- are available for the first time in trade paperback. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
The multimillion-copy bestsellers that capture all the drama, romance, heroism, and tragedy of the Second World War -- and that constitute Wouk's crowning achievement -- are available for the first time in trade paperback. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the concluding volume of Wouk's two-part account of WW2, told from the points of view of fictional characters who find themsleves swept up in the hurricane of history.
Volume 2 is, if anything, better than "The Winds of War". Taken together, the two volumes are irresistible. I have commended them to friends and family, and found no dissenters when it comes to awarding them the highest of marks.
This is old-fashioned, narrative story-telling at its best and most informative. I have read quite a few histories of the war and of constituent battles thereof, and frankly find Wouk's 2,000 pages to be the most efficient, rounded and possibly thought provoking of anything on the subject. For example: could Hitler have won WW2 if he hadn't hated Jews? Was the diversion of materials and the loss of manpower which resulted from the "Final Solution" a crucial factor in Germany's loss of the war? This and dozens of other debates take place in the course of a page-turning narrative which anyone and everyone can and should enjoy.
Wouk may have fallen from fashion. On the basis of these two books, he deserves to be rediscovered.
Volume 2 is, if anything, better than "The Winds of War". Taken together, the two volumes are irresistible. I have commended them to friends and family, and found no dissenters when it comes to awarding them the highest of marks.
This is old-fashioned, narrative story-telling at its best and most informative. I have read quite a few histories of the war and of constituent battles thereof, and frankly find Wouk's 2,000 pages to be the most efficient, rounded and possibly thought provoking of anything on the subject. For example: could Hitler have won WW2 if he hadn't hated Jews? Was the diversion of materials and the loss of manpower which resulted from the "Final Solution" a crucial factor in Germany's loss of the war? This and dozens of other debates take place in the course of a page-turning narrative which anyone and everyone can and should enjoy.
Wouk may have fallen from fashion. On the basis of these two books, he deserves to be rediscovered.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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War and Remembrance
This book is the sequel to The Winds of War which you MUST read before this one. The two books weave world events skillfully in with the fictional central characters and carry the reader through a true reading experience... one of those where you really can't put the book down, and when you do it is still in your mind. This is by far one of the most compelling pair of books I have read in a very long time and Mr Wouk's commitment to the story he tells shows through with accuracy and passion.
A masterpiece!
This book is the sequel to The Winds of War which you MUST read before this one. The two books weave world events skillfully in with the fictional central characters and carry the reader through a true reading experience... one of those where you really can't put the book down, and when you do it is still in your mind. This is by far one of the most compelling pair of books I have read in a very long time and Mr Wouk's commitment to the story he tells shows through with accuracy and passion.
A masterpiece!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Both books are excellent, very well written and thought-provoking. Herman Wouk really draws the reader in, deeper and deeper with his descriptive narrative. He goes from America to Europe, Britain and the Far East seamlessly, never dropping the threads of the story.
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Superb
Brilliantly written, superbly researched and well put together. A truly readable treatise on WW2 with great characters - a fitting conclusion to Winds Of War. Strongly recommended
Published 16 months ago by Verdandi
Breathtaking and heartbreaking: A must read
War and Remembrance is probaly one the best books I have ever read. It examines the horrors of WW2 through the eyes of two different families. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Christina
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Having seen the mini series I wanted to read the books. The Winds Of War first, then this one. Herman Wouk is a brilliant writer, his research is phenominal. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Briony Holyoake
War and remembrance
What a fantastic read, I could not put it down. The story line of the family through events during the second world war was riveting. Read more
Published on 16 May 2010 by Holly Jordan
A must read
Herman Wouk's WInds of War and War and Rememberance. Both great novels - told through the eyes of the family living through the second world war.
Recomended.
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Published on 18 Aug 2009 by Diandra
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Published on 23 July 2009 by juwo
A great book
I bought this book for my husband; an avid reader. He says it is one of the best books he has ever read.
Published on 19 Mar 2009 by Lync
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