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Historical Fiction· United States

Europe Central

by William T. Vollmann
Aggregate Editorial Score70/100
★National Book Award
Published 2006811 pagesEnglish
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Europe Central by William T. Vollmann is a landmark work of historical fiction, first published in 2006. Interlinked stories about figures caught between Nazi Germany and Soviet Russia—including Shostakovich and the German general von Paulus—make up Vollmann's National Book Award–winning novel. It is a vast, morally serious, and stylistically audacious portrait of the twentieth century's darkest conflict. Themes of World War II, Nazism, Stalinism run through the work. The book has received recognition from National Book Award 2006.

Book Details

AuthorWilliam T. Vollmann
Published2006
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages811
Category🗺️ Historical Fiction
ISBN9780143036296
Editorial Score70/100
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🗺️ Historical Fiction

Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Awards & Recognition

National Book Award
winner · national
200664
✍️
About the Author
William T. Vollmann
United States
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Europe Central about?

Interlinked stories about figures caught between Nazi Germany and Soviet Russia—including Shostakovich and the German general von Paulus—make up Vollmann's National Book Award–winning novel. It is a vast, morally serious, and stylistically audacious portrait of the twentieth century's darkest conflict.

Who wrote Europe Central?

Europe Central was written by William T. Vollmann, from United States. First published in 2006.

What awards has Europe Central won?

Europe Central has received the following awards and honours: National Book Award 2006.

Is Europe Central worth reading?

Europe Central is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 64/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in World War II, Nazism, Stalinism.

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What category is Europe Central?

Europe Central is classified as Historical Fiction. Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

What country is Europe Central from?

Europe Central originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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