This colleciton of anecdotes is principally concerned with American and British conflicts. Hastings has sought stories that illustrate the military condition th

This volume offers a survey of American short fiction in 59 tales that combine classic works with 'different, unexpected gems', which invite readers to explore

Although war memoirs constitute a rich, varied literary form, they are often dismissed by historians as unreliable. This collection of essays is one of the firs

An anthology of Great War short stories by British writers, both famous and lesser-known authors, men and women, during the war and after its end. These stories

‘A gripping new collection from Max Hastings that puts you at the heart of the battle ... Compelling’ Daily Mail‘An unmissable read’ Sunday Times