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Name: Wartime
Rating: 3 (1 reviews)
Author: Paul Fussell

Shuns the heroics portrayed by Hollywood, Fussell concentrates on the human factor in World War II. Examines the everyday life British and American people experienced on the home and battle fronts.

First publish date: 1989

Authors: Paul Fussell

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