Few Returned : Twenty-Eight Days on the Russian Front, Winter 1942-1943

Name: Few Returned : Twenty-Eight Days on the Russian Front, Winter 1942-1943
Rating: 4.05 (104 reviews)
Author: Corti, Eugenio
ISBN: 9780826211156

Corti, Eugenio

104 ratings by Goodreads

Language: English

Published by University of Missouri Press, 1997

0826211151 / 9780826211156

Softcover
Used

See all details

Seller: The Bookish Stitch, Cedar Rapids, IA, U.S.A.The Bookish Stitch

3-star seller

AbeBooks seller since November 12, 2024

View this seller's items

Softcover

Condition: Used

£ 11.41

£ 3.77 shipping

Ships within U.S.A.

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Free 30-day returns

Save for laterCreate a Want for similar items

Item description from seller

This book tells the story of the harrowing experiences of soldiers on the Russian front during the winter of 1942-1943. The author, Eugenio Corti, provides a detailed account of the events that took place during those twenty-eight days. The book is written in English and has 272 pages. It is a trade paperback and measures 9 inches in length, 6 inches in width, and 1 inch in height. The book is intended for adults and is categorized under Military & War, History, and Nonfiction. The publisher is University of Missouri Press and it was published in 1997. The book is vintage and weighs 16 ounces. The book includes topics such as Military / World War II and Military / General. It is a great read for anyone interested in history and war. The book does not have an Ex Libris but is in great condition. It is perfect for anyone looking to learn about the experiences of soldiers on the front lines during World War II.; 10.00 x 8.00 x 4.00.

Seller Inventory # 4219

Contact seller about this item

Report this item

Title: Few Returned : Twenty-Eight Days on the Russian Front, Winter 1942-1943
Author: Corti, Eugenio
Publisher: University of Missouri Press
Publication year: 1997
Binding: Trade Paperback
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0826211151
ISBN 13: 9780826211156

In December 1942, 21-year-old Eugenio Corti, an officer in the Italian army, found himself, along with 30,000 Italians and 6,000 Germans, surrounded by Russians on Russian soil. To save themselves, they set out on a terrifying march through the desolate environment, where temperatures constantly hovered between -30 and -40 degrees Fahrenheit. The Italian troops were ill equipped and ill prepared for the struggle that followed. ""Few Returned"" is Corti's diary of his experiences during the month it took the troops to break through the Russian line to freedom. Each day brought brutal engagements with the Russians, and there was little time to sleep or eat. Many wounded, starving, frostbitten and delirious men were left to die. Corti paints a deeply moving picture of each scene as he experienced it. Through this detailed and compassionate telling of these events, the reader becomes aware of Corti's heroic struggles to save the sick and wounded. Although he helps many, he soon realizes that he must save himself. His heart remains heavy for those left behind. ""This is one of the reasons I am writing today: so that everyone may know about your sacrifice, my brothers, my thousands of brothers, who perished in that terrifying misery. But what chance do I have of receiving a more than ephemeral hearing if my voice is parched, after such treatment, and within me there is a desert?"" While Corti was recovering in an Italian hospital after the march, he began writing this diary. He was very careful not to include anything in it that he did not know for fact. After his convalescence, he rejoined the fighting forces. By this time there was among the Italians a realistic fear of house-searches by their former German allies; thus, Corti had his manuscript wrapped in a waterproof sheet and buried. After the war he recovered and transcribed the diary, which was first published in 1947 and has remained in print since then. Translated from Italian for publication in several other languages, ""Few Returned"" has until now been unavailable in English. This heart-wrenching account of the bitter fighting on the Russian front during World War II is certain to become a classic in America, as it already has become in Italy, Germany and Japan.

"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

The Bookish Stitch

Cedar Rapids, IA, U.S.A.

3-star seller

AbeBooks seller since November 12, 2024

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Item	3 to 8 business days	2 to 5 business days
First item	£ 3.77	£ 7.47

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.

Payment methods

Store description

My name is Nikki and I am the owner of The Bookish Stitch. I'm currently 45 and living with my family in beautiful Cedar Rapids, IA. I really love my community in Cedar Rapids and we have really grown into our acreage. The business had humble beginnings, but continues to grow and now includes handcrafted items my husband makes. He is a veteran and an extremely talented wood and metal worker - we will continue to bring more goods in as we can. I started by reselling my own clothes on Poshmark (clothing) and I soon realized that I am really good at this. I have a business & marketing background, specialize in inventory and optimization in many levels, love clothes, books, crafts (shopping in general) and purchasing and figured...why shouldn't I make this into a business? With that thought, Stylized Thrift Boutique started very slowly in October 2018. Things started on one platform and over time evolved into our own brand, 1,000s of items, 8 platforms including this website and we are now bringing in handcrafted wood and iron working! This business is extremely rewarding in many ways that make it a joy on a daily basis. Bringing great fashion and goods at an affordable price to people all around the United States and abroad - while also helping our world be more sustainable and less wasteful...is an awesome feeling! Books have always been a passion of my life. I can remember my gorgeous small town library back home, our summer programs and of course...Book It!! Books changed my life in so many ways. Although my business started in clothing, it has further evolved to carry thousands of books as well as crafting items. During my trips to estate sales and other avenues, I came to the sad reality of how many books end up thrown away and discarded. A collector myself, a new division of my business was launched and it is now my largest area. I specialize in "vintage" and "antique" books that are harder to find. You will not find many new releases unless they are in a craft or specialized area. With the update to more books and all things crafts, we rebranded to The Bookish Stitch in 2025. Thank you for your time and for supporting my small business!

Specialty

Vintage and Antique books. No new bestsellers.

Contact sellerView this seller's itemsView seller's storefront

Terms of sale

Company Name: Stylized Thrift Boutique
Owner: Nikki Burke
Email Address: stylizedthriftboutique@gmail.com
Phone: 319-491-7374
Address: 3550 Timber Ridge Trl, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Based In: United States
Transaction Currency: USD
Shipping: 3 days or less handling time and will ship domestic and international

Right of withdrawal

If you are a consumer you can withdraw from the contract in accordance with the following. Consumer means any natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside his trade, business, craft or profession.

Information regarding the right of withdrawal

Statutory right to withdraw

You have the right to withdraw from this contract within 14 days without giving any reason.

The withdrawal period will expire after 14 days from the day on which you acquire, or a third party other than the carrier and indicated by you acquires, physical possession of the last good or the last lot or piece.

To exercise the right of withdrawal, electronically fill in and submit a clear statement on our website, under "My Purchases" in "My Account". We will communicate to you an acknowledgement of receipt of such a withdrawal on a durable medium (e.g. by e-mail) without delay.

To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.

Effects of withdrawal

If you withdraw from this contract, we will reimburse to you all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except for the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us).

We may make a deduction from the reimbursement for loss in value of any goods supplied, if the loss is the result of unnecessary handling by you.

We will make the reimbursement without undue delay, and not later than 14 days after the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw from this contract.

We will make the reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of such reimbursement.

We may withhold reimbursement until we have received the goods back, or you have supplied evidence of having sent back the goods, whichever is the earliest.

You shall send back the goods or hand them over to The Bookish Stitch, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, U.S.A., without undue delay and in any event not later than 14 days from the day on which you communicate your withdrawal from this contract to us. The deadline is met if you send back the goods before the period of 14 days has expired. You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods. You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics and functioning of the goods.

Exceptions to the right of withdrawal

The right of withdrawal does not apply to:

The delivery of newspapers, journals or magazines with the exception of subscription contracts; and
The supply of digital content which is not supplied on a tangible medium (e.g. on a CD or DVD) if you accepted when you placed your order that we could start to deliver it, and that you could not withdraw once delivery had started.

Shipping terms

Shipping

Orders are delivered and shipped Monday through Saturday excluding public holidays (occasional local deliveries on Sundays)
When placing your order please ensure that the billing and shipping address details are correct, as we are unable to redirect
When your order is delivered or shipped, we will send you a confirmatory email.
We currently ship inside the USA via USPS - you may request another shipper if required. We do offer International shipping via our shipping partners - please note that duties and taxes do apply.

Order Processing Times

Most orders will be delivered or shipped within 24 - 48 hours of payment confirmation. During busy periods, for large orders you will be notified of any delays or if we expect that the processing time will be longer than usual.

Few Returned : Twenty-Eight Days on the Russian Front, Winter 1942-1943

Item description from seller

Bibliographic details

Synopsis

About the title

About the Author