November 1942: An Intimate History of the Turning Point of World War II

Name: November 1942: An Intimate History of the Turning Point of World War II
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Book Synopsis: An intimate history of the most important month of World War II, completely based on the diaries, letters and memoirs of the people who lived through it. At the beginning of November 1942, it looked as if the Axis powers could still win the Second World War; at the end of that month, it was obviously just a matter of time before they would lose. In between were el-Alamein, Guadalcanal, the French North Africa landings, the Japanese retreat in New Guinea and the Soviet encirclement of the German 6th Army at Stalingrad. It may have been the most important thirty days of the twentieth century. In this hugely innovative and riveting history, Peter Englund has reduced an epoch-making event to its basic component: the individual experience.Englund’s narrative is based solely on what he learned from the writings of soldiers and ordinary citizens alike. They comprise a remarkable, deeply personal resource. In thirty memorable days, among those we meet are: a Soviet infantryman at Stalingrad; an American pilot on Guadalcanal; an Italian truck driver in the North African desert; a partisan in the Belarussian forests; a machine gunner in a British bomber; a twelve-year-old girl in Shanghai; a university student in Paris; a housewife on Long Island; a shipwrecked Chinese sailor; a prisoner in Treblinka; a Korean “comfort woman” in Mandalay; Albert Camus, Vasily Grossman and Vera Brittain—forty characters in all. In addition, we experience the construction and launching of SS James Oglethorpe, a Liberty ship built in Savannah; the fate of U-604, a German submarine; the building of the first nuclear reactor in Chicago; and the making of Casablanca. Not since the publication of the author’s last book, The Beauty and the Sorrow, which similarly looked at the First World War, have we had such a mesmerizing work of history.

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Are you a history enthusiast? Dive into the most important month of World War II with "November 1942: An Intimate History of the Turning Point of World War II." This captivating book takes you on a journey through the diaries, letters, and memoirs of those who lived through this pivotal month. Experience the intense battles at el-Alamein, Guadalcanal, and Stalingrad, as well as the heroic actions of ordinary individuals. With Peter Englund's innovative approach, you will be immersed in the personal accounts that shaped the fate of the twentieth century.

Discover the captivating stories of 40 unique characters, ranging from the Soviet infantryman at Stalingrad to the Korean "comfort woman" in Mandalay. Englund masterfully brings their voices to life, drawing you into their experiences and emotions. Feel the adrenaline rush as you join an American pilot on Guadalcanal and a machine gunner in a British bomber. Witness the resilience of a twelve-year-old girl in Shanghai and a university student in Paris. This book humanizes history, reminding us of the individuals who lived through the chaos of war.

In addition to the personal narratives, "November 1942" also explores the significant events that unfolded during this month. Gain insights into the construction of the SS James Oglethorpe, the launching of the U-604 German submarine, and the building of the first nuclear reactor in Chicago. Experience the making of the timeless film, Casablanca. Englund weaves these historical threads together to create a mesmerizing tapestry of the era.

Immerse yourself in this remarkable and deeply personal resource that brings history to life. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the intense emotions, hopes, and fears that shaped the turning point of World War II. Join us on this captivating journey by getting your copy of "November 1942: An Intimate History of the Turning Point of World War II" today! Click here to order now!

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