The Longest Day
by Cornelius Ryan
The Longest Day by Cornelius Ryan holds a highly rated rating of 4.31 out of 5, based on 14.9K reader ratings. First published in 1959. The book spans 350 pages.
About The Longest Day
The unparalleled work of history that recreates the battle that changed World War II -- now in a new edition for the 50th anniversary of D-Day.Newly in print for the first time in years, this is the classic story of the invasion of Normandy, and a book that endures as a masterpiece of living history. A compelling tale of courage and heroism, glow and tragedy, The Longest Day painstakingly recreates the fateful hours that preceded and followed the massive invasion of Normandy to retell the story of an epic battle that would turn the tide against world fascism and free Europe from the grip of Nazi Germany.For this new edition of The Longest Day, the original photographs used in the first 1959 edition have been reassembled and painstakingly reproduced, and the text has been freshly reset. Here is a book that is a must for any follower of history, as well as for anyone who wants to better understand how free nations prevailed at a time when darkness enshrouded the earth.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Cornelius Ryan |
| Published | 1959 |
| Pages | 350 |
| Genres | History, Non-Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.31 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,949 |
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What genre is The Longest Day?
The Longest Day is categorized as History, Non-Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Longest Day worth reading?
Based on 14.9K reader ratings, The Longest Day has an average score of 4.31 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Longest Day?
The Longest Day has 350 pages.
Who wrote The Longest Day?
The Longest Day was written by Cornelius Ryan. It was first published in 1959.
What is the ISBN for The Longest Day?
The ISBN-13 for The Longest Day is 9780671890920.0.
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