The Centurions
The Centurions by Jean Larteguy is an uncorrected proof edition published by Penguin on May 19, 2015, featuring 544 pages in English. This military fiction novel, originally published in 1960, presents a compelling narrative centered on soldiers navigating survival in hostile environments while grappling with the moral complexities of modern warfare. The story raises critical questions about the nature of combat in an era where traditional heroics are challenged by contemporary realities.
Readers will encounter a gripping military adventure that serves as both a reflection on the ethics of counterinsurgency and a discussion on the evolving nature of warfare in a global context. The novel’s themes resonate with ongoing debates surrounding military tactics and strategies, making it relevant to current discussions about conflicts reminiscent of those in Iraq and Vietnam. This edition invites readers to engage with the intricate dynamics of war and its implications, offering a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges faced by soldiers in today’s world.
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The military cult classic with resonance to the wars in Iraq and Vietnam—now back in print
When The Centurions was first published in 1960, readers were riveted by the thrilling account of soldiers fighting for survival in hostile environments. They were equally transfixed by the chilling moral question the novel posed: how to fight when the “age of heroics is over.” As relevant today as it was half a century ago, The Centurions is a gripping military adventure, an extended symposium on waging war in a new global order, and an essential investigation of the ethics of counterinsurgency. Featuring a foreword by renowned military expert Robert D. Kaplan, this important wartime novel will again spark debate about controversial tactics in hot spots around the world.
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