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Sven Hassel
Legion of the Damned
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"Legion of the Damned" by Sven Hassel is a gripping and intense war novel that follows the lives of a group of German soldiers fighting on the Eastern Front during World War II. The book, first published in 1957, is a raw and unapologetic portrayal of the horrors of war, and the psychological toll it takes on the soldiers who fight in it. The novel centers around the character of Sven Hassel, a Danish soldier who volunteers for the German army to escape a prison sentence. He is assigned to a penal battalion, made up of criminals and undesirables, and quickly learns that survival in the brutal world of the Eastern Front requires a ruthless and cynical attitude. Throughout the novel, Hassel and his comrades face a never-ending series of harrowing and brutal battles against the Soviet army. They are constantly outnumbered and outgunned, and their only hope for survival is to rely on their wits and their camaraderie. One of the most striking aspects of "Legion of the Damned" is its unflinching portrayal of the violence and brutality of war. Hassel pulls no punches in his depiction of the horrors of combat, and the novel is filled with graphic descriptions of death and destruction. Despite its grim subject matter, "Legion of the Damned" is also a powerful and moving exploration of the bonds of friendship and loyalty that form between soldiers in the heat of battle. Hassel's characters are complex and fully realized, and the reader cannot help but root for them as they fight for survival against impossible odds. Overall, "Legion of the Damned" is a gripping and intense war novel that is not to be missed. Its unflinching portrayal of the horrors of combat, combined with its powerful exploration of the bonds of friendship and loyalty, make it a truly unforgettable read...
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