We Die Alone by David Howarth

"We Die Alone" is a gripping real-life tale of survival and bravery during World War II. It chronicles the story of a Norwegian commando who, after a failed anti-Nazi sabotage mission, escapes into the icy wilderness and endures a brutal winter on the run from the Germans. With the help of a courageous group of local villagers, he eventually makes a dramatic journey to neutral Sweden, across a treacherous landscape and in constant peril. The book is a testament to the human spirit's ability to endure extreme conditions and terrifying situations while maintaining the will to survive.

The 8315th greatest book of all time

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Total Points: 33

Since this book was first published in 1955, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 33.0.

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