30 Years War THE LAST VALLEY JB Pick 1st Edition Novel Film Omar Sharif Caine HC

Description: The Last Valleyby J. B. PickPublished by Little, Brown and Company, Boston, 1959. First American Edition. Very good hardcover, in very good unclipped dust jacket in archival mylar wrapper. Tight binding, solid spine, light foxing to topedge, clean unmarked text. Octavo, 176 pages. An excellent novel, of which an excellent film was made: The Last Valley (1971) starring Omar Sharif and Michael Caine, scripted by James Clavell.J.B. Pick's "The Last Valley" is a gripping historical novel set against the brutal backdrop of the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). The story unfolds from September 1637 to March 1638, focusing on two unlikely allies: a battle-weary mercenary soldier and an intellectual fleeing the ravages of war.In the desolate landscape of southern Germany, both men stumble upon a hidden valley untouched by the conflict raging across Europe. This fertile oasis becomes the setting for a tense drama as the protagonists struggle to preserve the valley's peace and plenty from the religious bigotry and violence that has consumed the surrounding lands.Pick masterfully weaves a tale of survival, morality, and the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. The novel explores themes of faith, reason, and the corrupting influence of power as the characters navigate the complex dynamics between the valley's inhabitants and the newly arrived soldiers1."The Last Valley" offers a vivid portrayal of 17th-century life, bringing to life the harsh realities of war and the desperate search for sanctuary. Pick's attention to historical detail and his nuanced character development create a rich, immersive reading experience that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and those interested in European history.This thought-provoking work serves as both a compelling narrative and a poignant reflection on the timeless struggle between civilization and barbarism, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical literature. Loc: E16StoreAdd to FavoritesFeedback30 Years War THE LAST VALLEY JB Pick 1st Edition Novel Film Omar Sharif Caine HC The Last Valleyby J. B. PickPublished by Little, Brown and Company, Boston, 1959. First American Edition. Very good hardcover, in very good unclipped dust jacket in archival mylar wrapper. Tight binding, solid spine, light foxing to topedge, clean unmarked text. Octavo, 176 pages. An excellent novel, of which an excellent film was made: The Last Valley (1971) starring Omar Sharif and Michael Caine, scripted by James Clavell.J.B. Pick's "The Last Valley" is a gripping historical novel set against the brutal backdrop of the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). The story unfolds from September 1637 to March 1638, focusing on two unlikely allies: a battle-weary mercenary soldier and an intellectual fleeing the ravages of war.In the desolate landscape of southern Germany, both men stumble upon a hidden valley untouched by the conflict raging across Europe. This fertile oasis becomes the setting for a tense drama as the protagonists struggle to preserve the valley's peace and plenty from the religious bigotry and violence that has consumed the surrounding lands.Pick masterfully weaves a tale of survival, morality, and the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. The novel explores themes of faith, reason, and the corrupting influence of power as the characters navigate the complex dynamics between the valley's inhabitants and the newly arrived soldiers1."The Last Valley" offers a vivid portrayal of 17th-century life, bringing to life the harsh realities of war and the desperate search for sanctuary. Pick's attention to historical detail and his nuanced character development create a rich, immersive reading experience that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and those interested in European history.This thought-provoking work serves as both a compelling narrative and a poignant reflection on the timeless struggle between civilization and barbarism, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical literature. Loc: E16

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