There's also 'All Quiet on the Western Front', which gives a very detailed and poignant account of the soldiers' lives in the trenches during the war. It shows the physical and mental toll that war takes on the young men involved. This novel delves deep into the futility and horror of war, making it a classic in war literature.
Another one could be 'War and Peace'. It's a huge epic that not only focuses on the military aspects of war but also on the social, political, and personal lives of the characters. It shows how war affects different strata of society, from the aristocracy to the common people, and how the characters' fates are intertwined with the historical events of the war.
There's also 'Maus' by Art Spiegelman. This graphic novel is a classic. The way it uses different animal characters to represent different groups of people is very unique. Although it doesn't have an obvious 'fountain' connection, it is a great example of how a graphic novel can be a powerful medium for storytelling.
Survival is also a key theme. The characters in these novels are constantly in a struggle to stay alive in the harsh conditions of war, both physically and psychologically. For example, in 'A Farewell to Arms', the main character is trying to survive not only the battles but also the emotional turmoil of love during war.
There's also 'The Immortalists' which touches on the idea of knowing the time of one's death. While not directly about a fountain of youth, it has elements related to the concept of defying mortality. It follows four siblings who visit a fortune - teller as children and then live their lives in the shadow of the dates they were given for their deaths.
Another one is 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde. Although it's not a typical 'fountain of youth' story in the sense of a physical fountain, the character Dorian Gray remains young and beautiful while his portrait ages, which is a very interesting take on the idea of eternal youth and the cost associated with it. The book delves deep into the themes of vanity, morality, and the passage of time.
A great choice for beginners would be 'Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk'. This novel has a relatively straightforward plot at its core, following a group of soldiers during a particular event. However, it also delves deep into complex themes such as the relationship between the military and society, and how the media and commercial interests shape our perception of war. The writing is engaging and can draw readers in easily, making it a good starting point for exploring Ben Fountain's works.
I'm not sure specifically about 'Hindi fountain' stories that are non - sexy. However, you could look into Hindi folktales. For example, the tales of Panchatantra which are full of moral lessons and interesting characters. These stories are about animals and their interactions, teaching values like friendship, wisdom, and cleverness.
Sure. 'The Alice Network' by Kate Quinn is a 2017 war novel. It weaves together two storylines, one set during World War I and the other in World War II. It tells the story of female spies and their crucial roles in the wars. It's a great read as it shows the strength and tenacity of women in the face of war. Additionally, 'Exit West' by Mohsin Hamid, though not a typical war novel, does deal with the consequences of war and the displacement of people, which was very relevant in 2017.
πI recommend the following war novels to you: 1. " War Lords: Chinese Dragon Descendants "-sci-fi-time-travel genre. It was a story about the war lords in the wilderness fighting for the only lord of the plane. 2. " War Overlord of Rebirth "-Game-Game Otherworld, tells the story of a small warrior who fought against various evil forces and became an immortal legend. 3. " The War System from the Drawing of the Sword "-Military-Military war, featured as the protagonist surviving in different wars and defeating evil forces. 4. " Bloodbath Soldier Soul "-Military-War Fantasy. It was a story about the Earthlings 'second transmigration to the Yuan Ling planet and their struggle to lead the local people to resist the war. These are the few war novels that I personally recommend. I hope you will like my recommendations.π
Of course! There are two books that suit your taste! The first book was " A Soldier in the Three Kingdoms ", which told the story of a modern man who was a pawn and stirred up the chaos of the Three Kingdoms. The second book was the Wind Cloud Pavilion, which told the story of the Great Qin Empire's internal and external troubles. The Wind Cloud Pavilion rose up in time, and the young Pavilion Master led the Wind Cloud Pavilion to glory again. I hope you like these two novels!π
πI have a few battle novels to recommend to you: 1. [The Great Battle of the Heavens: A story of a person who transmigrated to the myriad worlds and recruited famous historical generals and strategists to fight together in the myriad worlds of the heavens.] 2. "War in the Movie World": Clashes between civilizations, worlds, killings, massacres, all for the glory of the Origin World. 3. [Red Alert: Conquering the World]: A story about a super useless otaku, Wang Li, who transmigrated to another world and embarked on the path of conquering the world in order to protect himself. 4. [The Three Kingdoms 'Conquest: A story of raiders who recruited countless famous generals and killed them to conquer the Three Kingdoms.] 5. "Five Thousand Years of War": A story of crossing over to another world and establishing his own path to hegemony in the five thousand years of China's Spring and Autumn. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~π