Mailer, Norman
The Naked and the Dead (Penguin Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241340493
- author:
- Mailer, Norman
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 688
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Naked and the Dead by Norman Mailer Published in 1949, this groundbreaking novel offers a harrowing portrayal of ordinary men in the midst of war. Written in a journalistic style, it tells the story of a fourteen-man platoon stationed on a Japanese-held island in the South Pacific during World War II. The book is a powerful exploration of the human struggle to retain dignity and find meaning in the face of unimaginable horror. Through its unflinching portrayal of battle, Mailer sheds light on the often-overlooked experiences of soldiers caught in the midst of conflict. The result is a moving and thought-provoking account that challenges readers to confront the harsh realities of war. With its stark and unvarnished style, The Naked and the Dead is a powerful and thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with readers today.
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