At the end of World War II, American army officer Captain Sean O’Sullivan is commissioned with rebuilding Berlin. Reeling from the death of his brothers at German hands and faced with the direct horrors of the Holocaust, O’Sullivan struggles against his animosity towards the nation he is helping restore. Meanwhile, Soviet forces blockade Germany in a bid for power, and the Western Allies must … unite to prevent a communist takeover. When the airlift begins, the Allies find their deepest convictions tested as they fight against a threat even more dangerous than Hitler.
Meticulously researched, this New York Times bestselling novel gives a historically accurate account of the early days of the Cold War and the fight for German redemption.
“Magnificent. The great drama of the Berlin airlift . . .” — The Columbus Dispatch
“A vast panorama of people and places . . . dramatic moment after dramatic moment in a throbbing tempo.” — New York Herald Tribune
About the Author:
Leon Uris (1924–2003) was an author of fiction, nonfiction, and screenplays whose works include numerous bestselling novels. His epic Exodus (1958) has been translated into over fifty languages. Uris’s work is notable for its focus on dramatic moments in contemporary history, including World War II and its aftermath, the birth of modern Israel, and the Cold War. Through the massive success of his novels and his skill as a storyteller, Uris has had enormous influence on popular understanding of twentieth-century history. Follow @authorleonuris on Facebook for updates.
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I think this is one of Uris’s best books. A lot of research concerning the Berlin Airlift went into writing this book. I found myself reading more about the airlift after I read this book. I have read Armageddon more than once and will undoubtedly read it again.
Dramatic Origins of the Cold War
Leon Uris does a masterful job of bringing to life Berlin during the four years between 1945-49, by combining complex and believable characters, precision research, and all the drama inherent to post-war Germany.
From the first arrival of Russian troops into Germany’s capital during the final days of World War …
A longtime favorite of mine by a longtime favorite writer.
A big read on the governing of post-WW2 Berlin. The story weaves together rich details on the rampant destruction and deprivations, and of the political motivations that shaped Berlin, all told through the stories of American, German and Russian protagonists. I enjoyed seamlessly-spun back stories of main characters, and was educated by a vivid …
Another classic by Leon Uris
Read this book twice and could enjoy it again
Historically accurate.
Mr. Uris is on a par with James Michener when it comes to penning fictional novels that could easily be taken as factually accurate non-fiction accounts of a historical event. Armageddon is the telling of Berlin post WWII and pre-Berlin Airlift. Informative, interesting tale of a period of history that does not achieve as much press as many others.
Excellent read…thoroughly enjoyable…thought provoking
One of my all time favorites
It’s Leon Uris, what else needs to be said? I could not put this book down. The intricate weave of history and characters developed to tell the story of the Berlin Air Lift after WWII was extremely well done from both perspectives.
Personally lived thru Berlin Airlift was in Military after WWII in Germany (Air Force.)
Read this book over 40 years ago and enjoyed it just as much this year. Brought back a lot of memories of the hardships of that time.
I learned a lot about Germany, Russia and US military in Berlin at end of WW2. This is one of those books by a great author that enriched my understanding of a period of history and differing cultures that will stay with me. It expanded my consciousness of today’s geopolitical world.
Great story of courage, people trapped in a horrible situation fighting their way out.