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Fantastic

Revisado: 02-26-15

Well research and structured. Very interesting analysis of a part of the war not often detailed. And well read. I can recommend highly to any ww2 history enthusiast.

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Highly recommended.

Revisado: 02-17-15

Thrilling journey into a little known part of the war. Well written and well read. Any fans of WW2 history will certainly enjoy.

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Its true.

Revisado: 05-26-14

I wanted to hate this book, and there is plenty of passionate negativity on the internet about it - mainly from those who haven't read it. The author brings an historical perspective to how technology has fundamentally changed how our minds operate. You wont like what he has to say, but you'll agree with his findings.

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A great companion to Rise & Fall

Revisado: 05-26-14

Listen to Rise and Fall of the Third Reich, because that's the classic. As good now as when first published. But this is a great follow up. This is WWII for a modern audience. It gives a context, and a perspective, that Rise & Fall can't provide.

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Exceptional

Revisado: 05-26-14

Yergin knows this subject masterfully. A journey through two centuries, and all around the world.

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Unrewarding. Frustrating. But superbly written.

Revisado: 12-09-12

This is surely one of the most miserable subjects to write about. The history of cancer, as this book so vividly portrays, is a history of repeated ignorance, desperation and failure. Victories are rare.

The author is almost frustratingly good at presenting that world of pain and desperation by patients and doctors and scientists alike.

I could not say it was enjoyable, but a book on this subject was never going to be. It is a tough book, but one which provides a thorough understanding and perspective on this disease that will be with us for a long time yet.

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Shockingly engaging

Revisado: 12-09-12

A masterful account of this man, his crimes, his victims and the stubborn men who never gave up on bringing him to justice. It reads like a thriller, but knowing it is all true makes it shockingly engaging.

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Its no Blind Man's Bluff

Revisado: 12-09-12

Having been enthralled with Blind Man's Bluff from start to finish, I was hoping Red November would give more of the same. But it just doesnt measure up. This book recalls the facts, describes the event, but forgets to tell the story.

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Exceptional

Revisado: 02-24-12

A fascinating journey of science and history. I dont know how this author developed his expertise in both Napoleonic history and infectious disease, but the end result is a truly gripping book.

The narrator must also be given a mention for a fantastic performance. He reads as though he is really engaged by this story, delivering a level of emotion deserved by this book.

If you like the five minute preview then you wont be disappointed.

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