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Rick Atkinson

    November 16, 1952

    Rick Atkinson is an acclaimed author celebrated for his profound contributions to military history. His writing is distinguished by meticulous research and a compelling narrative style that brings pivotal historical events to life. Atkinson possesses a unique talent for rendering complex conflicts with remarkable clarity and insight. His works offer readers an immersive journey into the heart of significant historical moments, exploring their human dimensions and strategic intricacies.

    Rick Atkinson
    The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966
    Army at Dawn
    The British Are Coming
    The Day Of Battle
    The Guns at Last Light
    Inside Out
    • 2025

      The Fate of the Day

      The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780

      • 880 pages
      • 31 hours of reading

      The second volume of this American Revolution trilogy delves into the intense struggles faced by George Washington's army as they navigate the precarious balance between triumph and failure. The narrative captures the pivotal moments and challenges that define this critical period in history, showcasing the resilience and determination of the troops amidst overwhelming odds. This installment continues to build on the rich historical context established in the first volume, offering readers an engaging and dramatic portrayal of the fight for independence.

      The Fate of the Day
    • 2022

      How did the United States become the country it is today? What led to its creation?Adapted from Pulitzer Prize–winner Rick Atkinson’s deeply researched and stunningly vivid The British Are Coming , the young readers edition explores these questions and so much more as it delves into the American Revolution. A collection of key battles from the beginning of the war, including Lexington and Concord and the Battle of Bunker Hill, sets the scene, telling a story of liberation fraught with contradiction and intrigue.History buffs and newcomers alike will be drawn into this fascinating, photo-illustrated account.

      The British Are Coming (Young Readers Edition)
    • 2019

      Why Me? And No Gold Watch!

      • 238 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Exploring the challenges of unexpected job loss, the story follows Sally McBride, a 57-year-old middle manager faced with the decision of seeking new employment or retiring early due to company downsizing. As she navigates her dilemma, Sally seeks guidance from friends and acquaintances. The book provides proven strategies for retirement success, incorporating real-life lessons, self-reflection exercises, and model retirement plans to help readers transition smoothly from work to retirement.

      Why Me? And No Gold Watch!
    • 2019

      The British Are Coming

      • 800 pages
      • 28 hours of reading
      4.4(4895)Add rating

      `To say that Atkinson can tell a story is like saying Sinatra can sing ... A powerful new voice has been added to the dialogue about [America's] origins as a people and a nation. It is difficult to imagine any reader putting this beguiling book down without a smile and a tear.' New York Times

      The British Are Coming
    • 2016

      Battle of the Bulge

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      December 16, 1944. In the frozen forests of the Ardennes, a surprise attack by the German army on American Allied forces launched the long, hard slog that was the Battle of the Bulge. Sir Winston Churchill called it "the greatest American battle of the war and . . . an ever-famous American victory."In clear and accessible prose, World War II historian, Pulitzer Prize winner, and New York Times -bestselling author Rick Atkinson skillfully navigates the attacks, counterattacks, advances, and retreats of this terrible bloodbath. Whether history buffs or newcomers to the topic, young readers will appreciate the many fascinating facts, photographs, and statistics included in this book, and thrill in this real-life account of victory against all odds.This thoroughly-researched and documented book can be worked into multiple aspects of the common core curriculum.

      Battle of the Bulge
    • 2016

      Strategies for Retiring Right

      • 322 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The book addresses common concerns about retirement, including financial security, maintaining a sense of identity, and planning for living arrangements. It explores the emotional and social changes that may arise in relationships with family, friends, and partners as one transitions into retirement. By tackling these pivotal issues, it provides insights and guidance to help readers navigate this significant life change with confidence and clarity.

      Strategies for Retiring Right
    • 2015

      D-Day

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Presents an illustrated look at the Normandy invasion on D-Day during World War II. Examines in detail the invasion plan, the invasion itself, and the aftermath. Also offers a look at American ships, planes, weapons, and uniforms. Includes black-and-white photographs, a timeline, maps, a list of key persons, a glossary, places to visit, and sources of further information

      D-Day
    • 2013

      The Guns at Last Light

      • 896 pages
      • 32 hours of reading
      4.5(7980)Add rating

      The magnificent conclusion to Atkinson's monumental and highly acclaimed trilogy about the Liberation of Europe in the Second World War.

      The Guns at Last Light
    • 2010

      Inside Out

      • 206 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      4.7(18)Add rating

      This is a glimpse into my life, including growing up in a rough area of South East London as a child in the 70's, through to the 80's, 90's, and up to the present day. You will join me on a journey that at times will take you on a roller-coaster ride to hell and back, as I try to navigate my way through the dark world of drugs, robbery and other hard core elements of crime and general skulduggery. I will lead you to underworld places that most people wouldn't care or even dare to frequent, from seedy gambling clubs hidden within the labyrinth type back streets of Soho, to the blood stained world of old school gangster activity, and then to the depths of despair whilst locked away within the murky spine-chilling walls of her Majesty's prisons. There are moments when you will laugh with me and laugh at me as I share some of my many fun and sexy times I had whilst going through my teens and early 20's. When you buy this book you'll find it is packed full of sleazy one night stands, punch-ups, burglary's, murderers and the odd attempted murder. Inside Out will have you turning the pages with anticipation right to the end in eagerness to discover what happened next.

      Inside Out
    • 2009

      The New York Times bestseller about West Point's Class of 1966, by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Rick Atkinson. "A story of epic proportions [and] an awesome feat of biographical reconstruction."—The Boston Globe A classic of its kind, The Long Gray Line is the twenty-five-year saga of the West Point class of 1966. With a novelist's eye for detail, Rick Atkinson (author of the Liberation Trilogy) illuminates this powerful story through the lives of three classmates and the women they loved—from the boisterous cadet years, to the fires of Vietnam, to the hard peace and internal struggles that followed the war. The rich cast of characters also includes Douglas MacArthur, William C. Westmoreland, and a score of other memorable figures. The class of 1966 straddled a fault line in American history, and Atkinson's masterly book speaks for a generation of American men and women about innocence, patriotism, and the price we pay for our dreams

      The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966