Winston's Diary

For Whom the Bell Tolls.
 

^^Which is the book I'm looking for an historical complement to. :)
 

If you're interested in the Spanish Civil War, you *must* read "The Forging of a Rebel," by Arturo Barea. The author tells of growing up in Spain and joining the Republican side. Although a committed Republican, he does not shy away from describing the atrocities perpetrated by his own side. Beautifully written, and holds attention for every one of its 700 or so pages. Review here:
http://photoncourier.blogspot.com/2003_01_01_photoncourier_archive.html#87015895

Also, read Antoine de Saint-Expupery's comments on Spain in "Wind, Sand, and Stars."

photoncourier.blogspot.com
 

Looks like I have some reading to do. Too bad this university has such a crappy library. Oh, well. That's what abebooks.com is for.

Thanks for the suggestions. I've been having a Hemingway month.
 

The recent Antony Beevor history is quite good also (as were his books on the siege of Stalingrad and the fall of Berlin).