A Bridge Too Far
by Cornelius Ryan
A Bridge Too Far by Cornelius Ryan holds a highly rated rating of 4.24 out of 5, based on 13.7K reader ratings. First published in 1974. The book spans 670 pages.
About A Bridge Too Far
A Bridge Too Far is Cornelius Ryan's masterly chronicle of the Battle of Arnhem, which marshalled the greatest armada of troop-carrying aircraft ever assembled and cost the Allies nearly twice as many casualties as D-Day.In this compelling work of history, Ryan narrates the Allied effort to end the war in Europe in 1944 by dropping the combined airborne forces of the American and British armies behind German lines to capture the crucial bridge across the Rhine at Arnhem. Focusing on a vast cast of characters -- from Dutch civilians to British and American strategists to common soldiers and commanders -- Ryan brings to life one of the most daring and ill-fated operations of the war. A Bridge Too Far superbly recreates the terror and suspense, the heroism and tragedy of this epic operation, which ended in bitter defeat for the Allies.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Cornelius Ryan |
| Published | 1974 |
| Pages | 670 |
| Genres | History, Non-Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.24 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,676 |
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What genre is A Bridge Too Far?
A Bridge Too Far is categorized as History, Non-Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is A Bridge Too Far worth reading?
Based on 13.7K reader ratings, A Bridge Too Far has an average score of 4.24 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is A Bridge Too Far?
A Bridge Too Far has 670 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote A Bridge Too Far?
A Bridge Too Far was written by Cornelius Ryan. It was first published in 1974.
What is the ISBN for A Bridge Too Far?
The ISBN-13 for A Bridge Too Far is 9780450837320.0.
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