Homage to Catalonia
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as I think permanently.. orwell has been a modern hero.. one of the last in our time, and the said: if you were born lucky, you are indeed!
that book describes how a war can be such foolish and how can be foolish as well a population while is running... in and suffer for self-harm,
today, when I watch barcelona images and overall old city centre narrow streets I am wondering at orwell's...more
You've likely read Orwell, but if you have not read this one, do it!
This is his account of his time fighting in the Spanish Civil war. It's a fascinating account, and shows his uncanny ability as a writer to convey big ideas with simple dialogue.
It's of special interest to those who find the history of socialism intriguing, especially the shift from Marxism-Leninism to...more
Excellent work, which isn't a surprise from Orwell. If anyone is curious about the experience of being a foreign foot soldier in the Spanish Civil War, this is a superb read (and is even if you're not curious about such things.)
Fascinating work about a war I previously felt that I didn't know enough about. If you're interested in the experience of being a foreign foot...more
Em português "Homenagem à Catalunha".
Obra de referência sobre a "Guerra Civil Espanhola" (1936-1939) que culminou com o esmagamento das repúblicas democráticas do actual estado espanhol e a subida ao poder de F.Franco (com a adjuda preciosa de Salazar e Hitler).
O livro descreve e dá pistas sobre a envolvência de todas as partes no conflito e das...more
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