war fiction

The story of Robert Jordan, an American fighting during the Spanish Civil War with the anti-fascist guerillas in the mountains of Spain.

From the assassination that triggers World War I in 1914 to Armistice Day in 1918, the story follows the fates of five young people on both sides of the conflict--each facing their portion of the war with courage, until the end of the war brings them together. Includes information on the history of the war.

"Most people think of World War II battles raging in Europe and the Pacific. One lesser known, but very important, front was along the coasts of Northern Africa. Control of that area allowed supply ships to get much needed food, weapons, and supplies to forces into Europe. You have joined the Allied Forces in fighting for this land. You choose what to do amidst the action. See if you have what it takes to help control the area!"--Provided by publisher.

"Adolf Hitler didn't just invade Europe during World War II. He also broke a pact with Russia and invaded that country. Battles continued into the bitter cold months of winter. You're part of the Allied Forces, trying to push the Nazis out of Russia. Ypu choose how to further the cause for freedom while also battling brutal conditions. Do you have what it takes to survive?"--Provided by publisher.

"Women can be heroes. When twenty-year-old nursing student Frances'Frankie' McGrath hears these unexpected words, it is a revelation. Raised on idyllic Coronado Island and sheltered by her conservative parents, she has always prided herself on doing the right thing, being a good girl. But in 1965 the world is changing, and she suddenly imagines a different choice for her life. When her brother ships out to serve in Vietnam, she impulsively joins the Army Nurse Corps and follows his path. As green and inexperienced as the men sent to Vietnam to fight, Frankie is overwhelmed by the chaos and destruction of war, as well as the unexpected trauma of coming home to a changed and politically divided America"--Provided by publisher.

"Posing as a librarian in Lisbon while working undercover as a spy gathering intelligence during WWII, Ava . . . connects with a woman who runs a printing press in occupied France through coded messages that bring hope in the face of war"--Provided by publisher.

On the verge of war, Paz Dedios, Athene, and brothers Clive and Clover Hamill, finally reunited, must make their last stand, which will determine the future of their civilization.

When Ren wakes up after healing from life-threatening injuries, he discovers that his love has returned to his position with the Phoenix Corps, the same group hunting for Ren. Ren convinces his friends to go on one more dangerous mission with him to save Asher, find Ren's brother, and escape the Corps' reach forever.

"As the war comes closer to her house in the woods, Varenka and the refugees living with her pray for a protective wall to surround the house"--OCLC.

"Charles Dickens' historical novel 'A Tale of Two Cities' follows the life of Doctor Alexandre Manette following his eighteen-year imprisonment in the Bastille. The text of the novel is based on the first edition published by Chapman and Hall (1859) and reproduces the original illustrations. The text is accompanied by explanatory footnotes and a note on the text and illustrations. 'Contexts' includes selections by Charles Dickens on France and the French, contemporary responses to the French Revolution and its aftermath, writings and correspondence on the composition of 'A Tale of Two Cities', and theatrical adaptations during the nineteenth century. 'Criticism' features contemporary reviews and responses, followed by essays that examine the style, sources and inspirations, and historical framework of the novel, in addition to other critical viewpoints"--Provided by publisher.