This reader; compiled by renowned Solzhenitsyn scholars Edward E. Ericson; Jr.; and Daniel J. Mahoney in collaboration with the Solzhenitsyn family; provides in one volume a rich and representative selection of Solzhenitsyn's voluminous works. Reproduced in their entirety are early poems; early and late short stories; early and late "miniatures" (or prose poems); and many of Solzhenitsyn’s famous—and not-so-famous—essays and speeches. The volume also includes excerpts from Solzhenitsyn's great novels; memoirs; books of political analysis and historical scholarship; and the literary and historical masterpieces The Gulag Archipelago and The Red Wheel. More than one-quarter of the material has never before appeared in English (the author’s sons prepared many of the new translations themselves).The Solzhenitsyn Reader reveals a writer of genius; an intransigent opponent of ideological tyranny and moral relativism; and a thinker and moral witness who is acutely sensitive to the great drama of good and evil that takes place within every human soul. It will be for many years the definitive Solzhenitsyn collection.
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. No Maps!By Old JonI bought this book for the history of the early American action in North Africa. The battles from Sbeitla to Kasserine Pass are difficult to follow in any case. Without maps it's hopeless. Gugeler almost completely fails to mention the role of any combatants below the rank of colonel and says little of Rommel's devastating use of his prepositioned 88's against attacking American tanks.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A unique view of the last centuryBy A. TolmanThis is both an exceptionally well-told tale and a valuable insight into how a man of character made an imprint on both military and civilian life. General Ward and his family provide a lens for us to see life and recent history. The book includes personal and professional insights; and helps us understand the proud and thoughtful military ethic that is part of our heritage.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A unique view of history.By Gus JonesI am a cynic when it comes to our military. Both my father and brother are veterans and stories they told me about the leadership of many officers is depressing. This book did not necessarily change my mind; but I now believe that there are people who do attempt to lead with honor. What was interesting about this book was that it not only dealt with the glory (or shame?) of war; but also the less glamorous; but essential aspects of readying an army for battle. There was a good balance between the personal life of General Ward and his military career. This is a story about a man who unfailingly put the interests of his country and his men above his own personal glory. A heart warming story about an unsung and little known American hero.
