Reporting World War II: The 75th Anniversary Edition: A Library of America Boxed Set (The Library of America)
$67.63
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Book Synopsis: This deluxe two-volume collector’s boxed set captures a world at war as seen through the eyes of a generation’s greatest reporters.Released to mark the 75th anniversary of America’s entrance into World War II, this Library of America two-volume boxed set gathers the acclaimed collection that evokes an extraordinary period in American history—and in American journalism. In two authoritative Library of America volumes, nearly 200 pieces by 80 writers record events from Munich to the birth of the nuclear age. Included are reports by William L. Shirer, Edward R. Murrow, Martha Gellhorn, Ernie Pyle, Margaret Bourke-White, and scores of other of the era’s great journalists, as well as the complete texts of two books: Bill Mauldin’s Up Front, the classic evocation of war from the GI’s point of view, presented with his famous cartoons, and Hiroshima, John Hersey’s compassionate account of the first atomic bombing and its aftermath. Each volume contains a chronology, maps, biographical profiles, notes and a glossary, and 32 pages of photographs.
LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nation’s literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, America’s best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acid-free paper that will last for centuries.
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Are you a history buff? Do you crave in-depth insights into one of the most significant events of the 20th century? Look no further than "Reporting World War II: The 75th Anniversary Edition" by The Library of America. This extraordinary boxed set allows you to immerse yourself in the gripping stories and firsthand accounts of the greatest reporters of that era. Whether you're a student, a history enthusiast, or simply enjoy excellent storytelling, this collector's item will transport you back to a world at war.
Featuring nearly 200 pieces by 80 renowned writers, this two-volume boxed set leaves no stone unturned when it comes to documenting the events of World War II. With compelling reports from notable journalists like Edward R. Murrow and Martha Gellhorn, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the war's pivotal moments, from Munich to the advent of nuclear power.
But that's not all! In addition to these insightful reports, "Reporting World War II" also includes the complete texts of two iconic books: "Up Front" by Bill Mauldin and "Hiroshima" by John Hersey. Experience war from the perspective of a GI through Mauldin's thought-provoking cartoons, and delve into the compassionate account of the first atomic bombing and its aftermath with Hersey's remarkable narrative.
To enhance your reading experience, each volume is thoughtfully crafted to include a chronology, maps, biographical profiles, notes, a glossary, and 32 pages of captivating photographs. This high-quality presentation by the Library of America guarantees a lasting impact and allows you to truly immerse yourself in the stories and history of World War II.
Don't miss your chance to own this remarkable 75th-anniversary edition. Explore the world-changing events of World War II through the lens of its most influential journalists. Purchase "Reporting World War II: The 75th Anniversary Edition" today and become a part of history.
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