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The Guns of Navarone

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SKU:
1569
Condition:
Very Good
Format:
Mass Paperback, 288 pages
Publisher:
Ballantine Books, 1984
Edition:
First Edition, Forty-first Printing

The Guns of Navarone is a gripping World War II thriller by Alistair MacLean, chronicling a daring mission by a team of Allied commandos tasked with destroying massive German artillery installations on the fictional Greek island of Navarone. These formidable guns threaten Allied naval operations and the success of a critical rescue operation. The novel masterfully blends intense action, strategic ingenuity, and deep character development, immersing readers in the perils and complexities faced by the protagonists.

About the Author

Alistair MacLean (1922–1987) was a Scottish novelist renowned for his thrilling adventure stories and wartime narratives. Born in Shettleston, Glasgow, he served in the Royal Navy during World War II, an experience that profoundly influenced his writing. MacLean's debut novel, HMS Ulysses (1955), drew upon his naval experiences and established his reputation as a master storyteller. He went on to write numerous bestsellers, including Ice Station Zebra (1963) and Where Eagles Dare (1967), many of which were adapted into successful films. Over his career, MacLean sold over 150 million copies of his books, securing his place as one of the best-selling fiction authors of all time.

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