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Explore 'The Armies of the Night', a groundbreaking nonfiction novel by Norman Mailer that vividly recounts the significant 1967 anti-Vietnam War rally in Washington, D.C. This 304-page B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2018, is not just a historical account; it is a masterful blend of fact and fiction that delves deep into the socio-political turmoil of the 1960s. Experience the powerful narrative as Mailer navigates through a sea of 20,000 to 200,000 protesters, against a backdrop of chaos with helicopters overhead and federal marshals on alert at the Pentagon. This unique work seamlessly intertwines the voices of intellectuals, activists, clergy, and ordinary citizens, offering readers an immersive experience of the era's tumultuous struggle for peace. With its innovative style, 'The Armies of the Night' shatters conventional reporting and captures the raw emotional landscape of a generation. Whether you're a history buff, a fan of protest literature, or seeking to understand the deep roots of social activism, this book is essential reading. Its compelling narrative and rich historical insights will resonate with anyone interested in the human spirit's fight against war and injustice. Dive into this unforgettable chronicle and witness the tide of love and rage unfold through Mailer's keen observations. Available now in BRAND NEW condition. Don't miss out on owning this contemporary classic that perfectly encapsulates the 1960s!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241340479
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Description:
Mailer's classic account of the 1967 anti-Vietnam War rally in Washington D.C., and one of the best 'nonfiction novels' ever written
October 21, 1967, Washington, D.C. 20,000 to 200,000 protesters are marching to end the war in Vietnam, while helicopters hover overhead and federal marshals and soldiers with fixed bayonets await them on the Pentagon steps. Among the marchers is Norman Mailer. From his own singular participation in the day's events and his even more extraordinary perceptions comes a classic work that shatters the mould of traditional reportage. Intellectuals and hippies, clergymen and cops, poets and army MPs crowd the pages of a book in which facts are fused with techniques of fiction to create the nerve-end reality of experiential truth.
The Armies of the Night uniquely and unforgettably captures the Sixties' tidal wave of love and rage at its crest and a towering genius at his peak.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241340479
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Description:
Mailer's classic account of the 1967 anti-Vietnam War rally in Washington D.C., and one of the best 'nonfiction novels' ever written
October 21, 1967, Washington, D.C. 20,000 to 200,000 protesters are marching to end the war in Vietnam, while helicopters hover overhead and federal marshals and soldiers with fixed bayonets await them on the Pentagon steps. Among the marchers is Norman Mailer. From his own singular participation in the day's events and his even more extraordinary perceptions comes a classic work that shatters the mould of traditional reportage. Intellectuals and hippies, clergymen and cops, poets and army MPs crowd the pages of a book in which facts are fused with techniques of fiction to create the nerve-end reality of experiential truth.
The Armies of the Night uniquely and unforgettably captures the Sixties' tidal wave of love and rage at its crest and a towering genius at his peak.