Have you read 'The Guns of August' and is it worth reading?

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'The Guns of August' by Barbara Tuchman is highly recommended by readers for its engaging narrative on World War I. Tuchman is recognized as an excellent author, and her works, including 'A Distant Mirror', are also praised. The discussion indicates that the book is not only informative but also enjoyable, making it a worthwhile read for those interested in historical literature.

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  • Familiarity with World War I history
  • Understanding of historical narrative techniques
  • Knowledge of Barbara Tuchman's literary style
  • Interest in historical non-fiction literature
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  • Read 'The Guns of August' by Barbara Tuchman
  • Explore 'A Distant Mirror' by Barbara Tuchman
  • Research historical context of World War I
  • Investigate narrative techniques in historical writing
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History enthusiasts, students of literature, and anyone interested in World War I and historical non-fiction will benefit from this discussion.

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I've heard of this book before, "The Guns of August", actually I heard it referenced in a movie, and thought it sounded kind of interesting. Has anyone in here read it, and could recommend or not recommend reading it?
 
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I have read it, though it was some years ago and I do not recall the details. It is a very good read. Barbara Tuschman (sp ?) is an execellent author, it is worth reading any of her works. A Distant Mirror is very good also.
 
Thanks, I'll have to check out that other one too.
 

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