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Goodbye, Darkness

Goodbye, Darkness

A Memoir of the Pacific War
Biography & MemoirMilitary History
Pages
416
Published
1979
Language
English

Synopsis

William Manchester, a decorated Marine, revisits the battlefields of the Pacific where he fought in World War II. This memoir is a raw and honest account of his experiences, exploring the lasting impact of war on a soldier's psyche. It's a powerful look at history through a deeply personal lens.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicReflectiveGrittyInformative
SurvivalComing of Age

Genres

Biography & Memoir Military History World War II Biography

About the author

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William Manchester

William Raymond Manchester was an American author, biographer, and historian. He was the author of 18 books which have been translated into over 20 languages. He was awarded the National Humanities Medal and the Abraham Lincoln Literary Award. - Wikipedia