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A tale of two cities

Charles Dickens' 1859 historical novel set in Paris and London during the French Revolution, in which a French nobleman, Charles Darnay, renounces his position and leaves his country, then returns during the Terror to save the life of a servant, putting himself in grave danger.

The red badge of courage and four stories

Contains the complete text of Crane's Civil War novel "The Red Badge of Courage, " and includes four additional stories by the American author.

The lion's binding oath and other stories

2018
"Yusuf's collection is a[n] . . . examination of love and resilience in a country torn apart by war, and written with deep compassion for the lives of its characters"--Amazon.
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The Gulf War on the front lines

Approaches the topic of the Gulf War from the perspective of U.S. and coalition forces fighting in it.
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The Vietnam War on the front lines

Approaches the topic of the Vietnam War from the perspective of soldiers fighting in it.
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A brief illustrated history of warfare

2017
Chronicles the history of warfare, including the Roman Empire's war machine, knights and castles, World War I and II, and modern warfare.
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War is---

soldiers, survivors, and storytellers talk about war
A collection of essays, memoirs, letters, and fiction that present opposing viewpoints on the nature of war by such contributors as Mark Twain, Bob Dylan, and Ernie Pyle.

Debates on the Crusades

Through a narrative-driven pro/con format-supported by relevant facts, quotes, and anecdotes-this book examines controversial issues stemming from historic events of the Crusades.

What does a member of the Armed Forces do?

This book looks at the civic responsibility of service where ordinary men and women sign up to defend their country.

Ghosts of war

2019
"Some people believe that soldiers who die in combat never leave the place where they died. Read this book to find out more about ghosts of war"--From the publisher's web site.

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