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JawsNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The classic suspense novel of shark versus man, which was made into the blockbuster Steven Spielberg movie. The Jaws phenomenon changed popular culture and continues to inspire a growing interest in sharks and the oceans today. When Peter Benchley wrote Jaws in the early 1970s, he meticulously researched all available data about shark behavior. Over the ensuing decades, Benchley was actively engaged with scientists and
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The classic suspense novel of shark versus man, which was made into the blockbuster Steven Spielberg movie. The Jaws phenomenon changed popular culture and continues to inspire a growing interest in sharks and the oceans today. When Peter Benchley wrote Jaws in the early 1970s, he meticulously researched all available data about shark behavior. Over the ensuing decades, Benchley was actively engaged with scientists and filmmakers on expeditions around the world as they expanded their knowledge of sharks. Also during this time, there was an unprecedented upswing in the number of sharks killed to make shark-fin soup, and Benchley worked with governments and nonprofits to sound the alarm for shark conservation. He encouraged each new generation of Jaws fans to enjoy his riveting tale and to channel their excitement into support and protection of these magnificent, prehistoric apex predators. This edition of Jaws contains bonus content from Peter Benchley's archives, including the original typed title page, a brainstorming list of possible titles, a letter from Benchley to producer David Brown with honest feedback on the movie adaptation, and excerpts from Benchley's book Shark Trouble highlighting his firsthand account of writing Jaws, selling it to Universal Studios, and working with Steven Spielberg. Praise for Jaws "A tightly written, tautly paced study of terror that] makes us tingle."--The Washington Post "Powerful . . . Benchley's] story grabs you at once."--The New York Times Book Review "Relentless terror . . . You'd better steel yourself for this one. It isn't a tale for the faint of heart."--The Philadelphia Inquirer"Pure engrossment from the very opening . . . a fine story told with style, class, and a splendid feeling for suspense."--Chicago Sun-Times
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Published: 08/06/2013
ISBN: 9780345544148
Pages: 340
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 7.99h x 5.20w x 0.71d
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Great read
Format: Hardcover
If you like history, you will love this book.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
good book
Format: Hardcover
Really explais a lot and how difficult it is to end a war.......readable
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Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Wonderful work from a great historian
Format: Hardcover
James Holland is a very talented historian and his books on WWII are amazing.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2026
★★★★★ 5
How to capture the import of an entire war by writing on its end
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The authors seamlessly cover ed the macro and micro accounts of events and participants to capture the stunning and all important end of WWII. I was engaged and stimulated throughout my read of this book and highly recommend it for enthusiasts who are conversant with the war and want a better understanding of its close.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2025
★★★★★ 4
World War II - The Final Months
Format: Hardcover
The book takes you through the final months of World War II, focusing on eight key moments when the fighting finally came to an end. It’s not just a dry rundown of facts or battle maps — the authors do a great job of bringing the people involved to life, from famous leaders to everyday soldiers and civilians caught in the chaos.
What I really liked was how the story moves around the globe, covering Europe, the Pacific, and beyond. It keeps the narrative fresh and exciting, giving a real sense of how the war unfolded on many fronts at once. Sometimes I had to pay close attention to keep up with all the locations and characters, but that only added to the feeling of being caught up in a fast-moving, gripping story rather than a history lesson.
What stood out most was how it made me feel the human side of history—the fear, the relief, and the confusion as the war finally ended. It’s full of details, but it never felt boring or too technical.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2025