The Big War
The Big War by Anton Myrer is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on December 4, 2001. This 512-page novel presents a panoramic view of Marines in the Pacific during World War II, focusing on the lives of Alan Newcombe, a Harvard man from Boston; Danny Kantaylis, a natural-born leader; and Jay O’Neill, a barroom scrapper. Myrer’s narrative does not glorify war but instead offers a stark portrayal of the realities faced by these Marines amidst some of the most challenging combat conditions.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the characters’ lives both at home and on the battlefield, emphasizing the human experience of warfare. The book delves into themes related to war and military life, providing insight into the struggles and resilience of those involved. This edition is presented in English and is designed for readers interested in fiction that addresses the complexities of military experiences.
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They were our husbands, our fathers, our lovers, our sons. They were Americans and Marines. And this is their story: The Big War, Anton Myrer’s panoramic novel of Marines in the Pacific in World War II. This is the story of Alan Newcombe, the Boston society Harvard man; Danny Kantaylis, the natural-born leader; Jay O’Neill, the barroom scrapper. Myrer does not glorify war; he does not flinch from describing what the actual experience of warfare was like for a desperate group of Marines trapped in some of the worst fighting conditions of the war. We learn about their lives at home and their fates on the battlefield.
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