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Synopsis
After the war is over, a radioactive cloud begins to sweep southwards on the winds, gradually poisoning everything in its path. An American submarine captain is among the survivors left sheltering in Australia, preparing with the locals for the inevitable. Despite his memories of his wife, he becomes close to a young woman struggling to accept the harsh realities of their situation. Then a faint Morse code signal is picked up, transmitting from the United States and the submarine must set sail through the bleak ocean to search for signs of life.
On the Beach is Nevil Shute's most powerful novel. Both gripping and intensely moving, its impact is unforgettable.
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"Shute's most considerable achievement" (Daily Telegraph)
"The most evocative novel on the aftermath of a nuclear war" (The Times)
"Fictions such as On the Beach played an important role in raising awareness about the threat of nuclear war. We stared into the abyss and then stepped back from the brink" (Guardian)
"Still incredibly moving after nearly half a century" (Economist)
"Timely and ironic..an indelibly sad ending that leaves you tearful and disturbed" (Los Angeles Times)
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Powerful, gripping and haunting: Nevil Shute's most remarkable and influential novel
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On the Beach
Published by
Random House Publishing Group, 1973
ISBN 10: 0345237323
ISBN 13: 9780345237323
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Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 39247413-75
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On the Beach
Published by
Ballantine Books, New York, 1974
ISBN 10: 0345237323
ISBN 13: 9780345237323
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Mass Market Paperback
First Edition
Seller: Emily's Books, Brainerd, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Fair. First Edition. The covers have edge wear, some creases and are very rubbed. Both the front and back inside covers and end papers are heavily foxed, there is light soiling to the page edges and the text is clean. This is a solid reading copy. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 049936