The Naked and the Dead
by Norman Mailer
The Naked and the Dead by Norman Mailer holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 18.9K reader ratings. First published in 1948. The book spans 721 pages.
About The Naked and the Dead
Based on Mailer's own experience of military service in the Philippines during World War Two, The Naked and the Dead' is a graphically truthful and shattering portrayal of ordinary men in battle. First published in 1949, as America was still basking in the glories of the Allied victory, it altered forever the popular perception of warfare.Focusing on the experiences of a fourteen-man platoon stationed on a Japanese-held island in the South Pacific during World War II, and written in a journalistic style, it tells the moving story of the soldiers' struggle to retain a sense of dignity amidst the horror of warfare, and to find a source of meaning in their lives amisdst the sounds and fury of battle.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Norman Mailer |
| Published | 1948 |
| Pages | 721 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.94 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 18,912 |
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What genre is The Naked and the Dead?
The Naked and the Dead is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Naked and the Dead worth reading?
Based on 18.9K reader ratings, The Naked and the Dead has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Naked and the Dead?
The Naked and the Dead has 721 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Naked and the Dead?
The Naked and the Dead was written by Norman Mailer. It was first published in 1948.
What is the ISBN for The Naked and the Dead?
The ISBN-13 for The Naked and the Dead is 9780312265050.0.
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