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Name: Commander 1
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Author: Peter George

Novel by Peter George that begins where Dr.Strangelove left off. This is the story of what happened between Russia and USA to the group of men who survived the nuclear war holocaust. A power-hungry submarine Commander, his crew, and 3 civilian couples attempt to rebuild society on a remote island. **It was George's last published work, with the author committing suicide in 1966.

First publish date: 1965

Authors: Peter George

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