Forgotten Voices of the Falklands: The Real Story of the Falklands War
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Buy Forgotten Voices of the Falklands: The Real Story of the Falklands War Illustrated by McManners, Hugh (ISBN: 9780091908812) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Review: One of the best books that I've read on the Falklands War (and I must be up to 30 books by now!) - This is an excellent book - riveting! Very well written and researched with the "same" events as told by different participants (including Argentinian), which gave a very balanced overall perspective. The only token gripes - I would have liked to have seen a bit more of the Argentinian perspective especially from mid-book onwards (but there is comparatively little literature from them on this anyway). A bit too much prominence was given to the Kelpers efforts to aid the military effort (in my humble opinion). I would have liked some input on the Atlantic Conveyor - it's loss was a massive blow at the time to the British war effort, which they managed to overcome. As I said these are very token points on one of the best books that I've read on the Falklands War (and I must be up to 30 books by now!) Review: My boyfriend was in Para 2 Company D After I read it I agreed to marry him. - So few people me included ever knew what if took for these guys to win this war. Company D especially did most of the fighting. Instead of getting a medal for his bravery and tenacity, not to mention the immense training involved that was needed. More than thirty years on he still suffers severe PTS. Survives on a very mediocre pension. Many soldiers have since took their own lives due to the horrendous Trauma. What thanks did these guys ever get.
| Best Sellers Rank | 388,484 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 48 in Falklands War Biographies 61 in Central & South American Historical Biographies 1,055 in British Historical Military Biographies |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (98) |
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 2.9 x 19.8 cm |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10 | 0091908817 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0091908812 |
| Item weight | 333 g |
| Language | English |
| Part of series | Forgotten Voices |
| Print length | 496 pages |
| Publication date | 3 April 2008 |
| Publisher | Ebury Press |
B**S
One of the best books that I've read on the Falklands War (and I must be up to 30 books by now!)
This is an excellent book - riveting! Very well written and researched with the "same" events as told by different participants (including Argentinian), which gave a very balanced overall perspective. The only token gripes - I would have liked to have seen a bit more of the Argentinian perspective especially from mid-book onwards (but there is comparatively little literature from them on this anyway). A bit too much prominence was given to the Kelpers efforts to aid the military effort (in my humble opinion). I would have liked some input on the Atlantic Conveyor - it's loss was a massive blow at the time to the British war effort, which they managed to overcome. As I said these are very token points on one of the best books that I've read on the Falklands War (and I must be up to 30 books by now!)
S**N
My boyfriend was in Para 2 Company D After I read it I agreed to marry him.
So few people me included ever knew what if took for these guys to win this war. Company D especially did most of the fighting. Instead of getting a medal for his bravery and tenacity, not to mention the immense training involved that was needed. More than thirty years on he still suffers severe PTS. Survives on a very mediocre pension. Many soldiers have since took their own lives due to the horrendous Trauma. What thanks did these guys ever get.
M**S
Audio Book
Husband wanted this as he loves history. Item was in good condition considering it's 'used' status. Would recommend seller.
P**I
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L**L
Happy
This was bought as a gift and he was happy with the CDs. It was delivered with no problems.
J**E
Great listen
Enjoyable
A**N
Superb book
Superb book, taken from the guys who were there. The book was in excellent condition
A**0
Five Stars
Bought as a gift
C**Z
An excellent read
M**N
Best version of events I have read so far. The quotes make you feel that you are really hearing the true stories of the Falklands conflict. Living history.
U**K
Within its limited scope the book is great but it only covers a small fraction of the total action. Culled from informants, the book nevertheless reveals some quite amazing information including Woodward's incompetence that directly caused the loss of ships and aircraft and cost the lives of so many.
W**T
At first I was concerned about the back and forth comment type format, but once I got used to it, it was fine to read. I prefer first person accounts and this book is fantastic. I recommend it to anyone interested in the Falklands War.
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