War Literature

Lone Survivor recounts the harrowing true story of Marcus Luttrell, the only survivor of a disastrous Navy SEAL mission in Afghanistan, highlighting bravery, sacrifice, and the bonds of brotherhood among elite soldiers.

Christopher R. Browning's "Ordinary Men" reveals how an average group of German men became participants in the Holocaust, exploring the psychological and social dynamics that led to their horrific actions.

Farewell to Manzanar is a poignant memoir recounting Jeanne Wakatsuki's childhood experiences in a Japanese American internment camp during WWII, exploring themes of identity, resilience, and the impact of prejudice.

Mila 18 by Leon Uris is a gripping historical fiction novel that portrays the valiant struggle of the Jewish residents of Warsaw during the ghetto uprising against Nazi oppression, highlighting themes of courage and resilience in the face of tyranny.

"First They Killed My Father" is a poignant memoir by Loung Ung detailing her harrowing childhood during the Cambodian genocide, capturing her family's struggle for survival against the brutal Khmer Rouge regime.

Erich Maria Remarque's 'All Quiet on the Western Front' is a powerful novel that explores the devastations of World War I through the eyes of a young German soldier, Paul Bäumer.

Stephen Crane's 'The Red Badge of Courage' explores the psychological struggles of a young soldier, Henry Fleming, as he grapples with fear, shame, and the quest for bravery during the American Civil War.

Good Night, Irene is a gripping historical novel by Luis Alberto Urrea that explores the heroism and resilience of two women serving in the Red Cross during World War II, highlighting their friendships and survival against the backdrop of war.

In "Jarhead: A Marine's Chronicle of the Gulf War and Other Battles", Anthony Swofford delivers a raw and gripping memoir of his experiences as a Marine during the Gulf War, exploring themes of identity, trauma, and the complexities of military life.