Alan's War
by Emmanuel Guibert
"The Memories of G.I. Alan Cope"
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Alan's War by Emmanuel Guibert
Details
War:
World War II
Perspective:
Infantry
Military Unit:
US Army
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Region:
Europe
Page Count:
336
Published Date:
2008
ISBN13:
9781596430969
Summary
Alans War is a graphic novel based on the true story of Alan Cope, an American soldier who served in World War II. Through intimate conversations between Cope and French cartoonist Emmanuel Guibert, the book chronicles Alans experiences from his enlistment through his time in Europe during and after the war. Rather than focusing on combat, it presents a personal meditation on friendship, discovery, and the impact of war on an ordinary young man. The black and white illustrations complement Alans reflective narrative, creating a thoughtful portrait of a GIs journey through one of historys defining moments.
