• War and Remembrance

  • By: Herman Wouk
  • Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
  • Length: 56 hrs and 3 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (6,462 ratings)

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War and Remembrance

By: Herman Wouk
Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
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Publisher's summary

Herman Wouk's sweeping epic of World War II, which begins with The Winds of War and continues here in War and Remembrance, stands as the crowning achievement of one of America's most celebrated storytellers. Like no other books about the war, Wouk's spellbinding narrative captures the tide of global events - and all the drama, romance, heroism, and tragedy of World War II - as it immerses us in the lives of a single American family drawn into the very center of the war's maelstrom.

These multimillion-copy best sellers are stirringly read by Kevin Pariseau for their first appearance in downloadable audio.

Also listen to The Winds of War.
©1978 Herman Wouk (P)2011 Audible, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Brilliant…. An outstanding novel and at the same time a great work of history…. Wouk has more than recaptured the period; he has given it life." (Henry Kissinger)
"Those who lived through World War II can most fully appreciate the resonances in this uncommonly readable book. But it is clearly meant – and recommended – for those who did not." ( Time)
"Moving, thrilling fiction…. Wouk is a magnificent storyteller." ( Boston Globe)

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Vivid historical fiction

Amazing story, tragic and beautiful. The story follows fictional characters through the true stories of WW2, particularly the stories of Jewish people caught in Europe.

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An essential experience

These two books (The winds of war & War and remembrance) have formed one of the most remarkable literary experiences of my life. One does not "enjoy" books such as these, one grows as a person through their presence. The historical accuracy, framed by a convincing human drama, is impressive. Herman Wouk must go down as one of the world's greatest authors. Kevin Pariseau's performance is well, beyond superb, simply stunning. I have returned several books to Audible because they were in mind, not worth retaining. Herman Wouk's masterpieces will forever remain on my shelves.

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Fantastic Saga

Absolutely love this series. Great reading, beautiful story. I've listened to it 3 times and still not tired of it.

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Let this never happen again.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Definitely, You learn so much from it and it is so well written.

What was one of the most memorable moments of War and Remembrance?

There are too many to list. I loved the story of the Henry family.

Which scene was your favorite?

Possibly the ending, but I wanted it to go on and on.

If you could rename War and Remembrance, what would you call it?

Why we should definitely not have another war.

Any additional comments?

I took 2.5 month listening to both of the novels. It should be required reading so it doesn't happen again.

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This Audible Version Is Fabulous

These are two of my top five favorite books. I have them in hardback, audio disc and Audible. It is extremely well read and takes you to the place where it is happening. The characters come to life for me and I hate to have it end. As they seem real to me, I wish I could know how the rest of their lives went on. I may just have to start over with Winds of War!

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Great book for history of WW II

Very well written, accurate history of the war. Great read for anyone who wants to get a feel for the war.

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Incredible

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Both War and Remembrance totally over a hundred hours is incredibly narrated by kevin Pariseau. The adherence to historical fact by Herman Wouk is near perfection.

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Amazing book!

This book tells the story of a military family through the pre war years and then through WWII. The battles are real, the incidents are real.
This is a story that should NEVER be forgotten.

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Tragically Relevant

Painful history tragically relevant today. Thank God US presidents can be replaced every four years.

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Wow!

Loved it, I learned more of the history then I ever learned in school. Having been a black shoe sailor, I was drawn into all of the naval imagery and story.

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