The Unwomanly Face Of War by Svetlana Alexievich
An Oral History of Women in World War II
"The Unwomanly Face Of War" is a powerful and poignant collection of interviews with Soviet women who fought in World War II. Through their testimonies, the author sheds light on the often overlooked and untold stories of these brave women who served as snipers, pilots, nurses, and soldiers on the front lines. The book explores their experiences, sacrifices, and the lasting impact of war on their lives, providing a unique and intimate perspective on the realities of war from a female point of view.
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- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 331
- Original Language
- Russian
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(4.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- A Guerra Não Tem Rosto De Mulher
- Krieg hat kein weibliches Gesicht
- Krigen har ikke et kvinnelig ansikt
- Krigen har intet kvindeligt ansigt
- La guerra no tiene rostro de mujer
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- 100 Books to Read from Eastern Europe and Central Asia (New East Digital Archive)
- 25 of the Best Nonfiction Books of All Time (Book Riot)
- The 100 Best Books by Women Writers in Translation (biblibio)
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