90 pages 3 hours read

Erich Maria Remarque

All Quiet on the Western Front

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1929

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Reviews & Readership

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Reviews for Erich Maria Remarque's All Quiet on the Western Front highlight its poignant depiction of World War I, praised for its vivid and harrowing description of soldiers' lives, creating an impactful anti-war message. However, some critics find the narrative overly bleak and emotionally draining. Overall, it is considered a seminal work in war literature for its raw authenticity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read All Quiet on the Western Front?

A reader who would enjoy All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque is likely interested in impactful war narratives that emphasize the harrowing human experiences of soldiers. Comparable to The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien and Catch-22 by Joseph Heller, they seek poignant, reflective tales on the futility and brutality of conflict.

Recommended

Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Themes
Society: War
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Topics
Military / War
Education
History: World
Genre
Historical Fiction
Education
Classic Fiction
Period
WWI / World War I