The Forever War (The Forever War, #1)
by Joe Haldeman
The Forever War by Joe Haldeman holds a highly rated rating of 4.15 out of 5, based on 87.6K reader ratings. First published in 1974. The book spans 278 pages.
About The Forever War
The Earth's leaders have drawn a line in the interstellar sand—despite the fact that the fierce alien enemy that they would oppose is inscrutable, unconquerable, and very far away. A reluctant conscript drafted into an elite Military unit, Private William Mandella has been propelled through space and time to fight in the distant thousand-year conflict; to perform his duties without rancor and even rise up through military ranks. Pvt. Mandella is willing to do whatever it takes to survive the ordeal and return home. But "home" may be even more terrifying than battle, because, thanks to the time dilation caused by space travel, Mandella is aging months while the Earth he left behind is aging centuries.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Joe Haldeman |
| Published | 1974 |
| Pages | 278 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.15 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 87,636 |
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What genre is The Forever War?
The Forever War is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is The Forever War worth reading?
Based on 87.6K reader ratings, The Forever War has an average score of 4.15 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Forever War?
The Forever War has 278 pages.
Who wrote The Forever War?
The Forever War was written by Joe Haldeman. It was first published in 1974.
What is the ISBN for The Forever War?
The ISBN-13 for The Forever War is 9780060510860.0.
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