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Len Deighton
ISBN 9780241505236
Rs. 1,118
Penguin Classics
Blood, Tears and Folly
Who it's for: Readers seeking a detailed, human-centered history of World War II
"Blood, Tears and Folly" presents an unflinching, comprehensive history of the Second World War, covering its global scope from the Battle of the Atlantic to the attack on Pearl Harbor. Drawing deeply from personal accounts of soldiers, this work meticulously examines the political intricacies, strategic and tactical decisions, weaponry, and the human elements on both sides that shaped an era of widespread devastation.Why You Should Read? Explores the Second World War from a global perspective, detailing key theaters and pivotal events. Integrates personal soldier accounts with a rigorous analysis of political and military strategies. Provides insights into the weapons, tactics, and human decisions that defined the conflict. An essential non-fiction narrative for those seeking a detailed and compelling account of World War II.
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- Global scope covering key theaters from Atlantic to Pacific
- Integrates personal soldier accounts with political and military analysis
- Examines weaponry, tactics, and human decisions
- Non-fiction narrative for detailed WWII understanding
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Questions about this book
What time period does the book cover?
It covers the Second World War from the Battle of the Atlantic to the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Does the book include personal accounts?
Yes, it draws deeply from personal accounts of soldiers.
What aspects of the war does it analyze?
It examines political intricacies, strategic and tactical decisions, weaponry, and human elements on both sides.
Is this a fictional or non-fictional work?
It is a non-fiction narrative, despite being categorized under Classic Fiction in the input.