To the Last Man: Spring 1918

· Penguin UK
3 reviews
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416
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'Hers is a formidable achievement.' - Sebastian Faulks

This is the account of the battle, the retreat and the stand at Amiens which saved the city, secured the line, and caused Ludendorff to call off his offensive in the spring of 1918. But mostly it is the story of the men who took part: the Commanders, the weary, resolute British Tommies, the exultant Germans, the French poilus rushed up to stiffen the defence and the still unblooded Doughboys from the U.S.

'Hers is a formidable achievement.' - Sebastian Faulks This is the account of the battle, the retreat and the stand at Amiens which saved the city, secured the line, and caused Ludendorff to call off his offensive in the spring of 1918. But mostly it is the story of the men who took part: the Com...

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3 reviews
Daniel King
February 10, 2015
Lyn use of first hand accounts really bring to life the true horror and bravery displayed and experienced by both sides during this conflict. Now, nearly a hundred years on, the first hand accounts help the reader relate and understand a period resigned to blurry black and white photos and juddering video tape. A really gripping book and her others are just as good to read.
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February 25, 2022
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About the author

Lyn Macdonald has established an unrivalled reputation as a historian of the First World War. Her books include: SOMME: THEY CALLED IT PASSCHENDAELE, 1914 and 1915. She lives in London.
Lyn Macdonald has established an unrivalled reputation as a historian of the First World War. Her books include: SOMME: THEY CALLED IT PASSCHENDAELE, 1914 and 1915. She lives in London.

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