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  • War and Remembrance

  • By: Herman Wouk
  • Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
  • Length: 56 hrs and 3 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (6,556 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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I read (and listen to) many WWII books. I have to say this is by far the best I have read yet. The narration is excellent. The story is gripping. I have learned much from these books. Anyone who enjoys this period of history will love these books.

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Simply Outstanding!

This is the second time that I have read this masterful account of the Second World War. My Father was on Admiral Halsey’s staff in the Pacific and on the USS Missouri when the peace was signed and so all of the Pacific accounts were particularly interesting.
I will never be able to fully grasp what was done to the Jews! All the brilliant minds that were lost!

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Should be Required reading for everyone

This book comes as close to accurate retelling of WWII and the Holocaust as any fictional novel I’ve read. A lot of the nonfiction books are tough reading. They’re important but sometimes the horror is too overwhelming and difficult to relate to. I think by following a Naval family whose submariner son marries a Jewish American girl living in Italy with her Uncle, a prominent Jewish scholar just as things are getting bad, you relate to all the different characters and their separate experiences throughout the period. Lots of ups and downs but tough to put down.

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Spellbinding!

A true marvel of writing and narration. Gripping from beginning to end. An informative, educational and enthralling masterpiece!

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Great Story

Great story that is expertly woven around an excellent history lesson. The reader is very good.

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Best historical fiction I've listened to.

Such and incredible read/listen. I learned more about events surrounding WW2 in this book than I ever expected. Very engaging story, well researched, beautifully written and narrated. 102 hours between this book and part 1, The Winds of War, and I wanted even more.

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GREAT BOOK

Great book. A must listen for anyone interested in the history of World War II.

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Outstanding!

What an incredible masterpiece! Mr. Wouk artfully weaves the story of a fictional family into factual WWII history. I couldn’t put it down!

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Amazing....

Be sure to read Winds of War first. This is the sequel and is well worth the listening time. Herman Wouk is at his very best with both novels. The characters are fascinating and bring the multiple aspects of WWII to life.. Both Winds of War and War and Remembrance should be required reading for all. The narration by Kevin Pariseau is spot on.

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Authenticity

the story is True. Characters are not. However, the Truth and sadness are palpable throughout this novel. I cannot listen again.

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