The Second Victory
Morris West
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The Second Victory
by Morris West
Published
1970
Publisher
Pan Books
Pages
218
ISBN-13
9780330104043
ISBN-10
0330104047
Description
[aka *Backlash*] The war was over .... But it was a time of armistice, not peace. In the winter of 1945, Austria was in a land without leaders and withoug hope. To men like Major Mark Hanlon, Occupation Commander in the snowbound Alps, fell the task of destroying the stink of tyranny and death that the Nazis had left behind. Major Hanlon had sought the appointment because he wanted to help. On all sides he found despair and resistance. He wanted to rule by law, not force. But his word was law and backed up by guns. And it was his job -- and his duty -- to rule. In *Backlash*, as in his tremendous best sellers *'The Devil's Advocate'* and *'The Shoes of the Fisherman'*, Morris West tells a vivid and exciting story which sweeps the reader into a dramatic involvement with the characters. And as in those two books he poses moral problems which give his novels an added measure of depth and impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Second Victory?
This edition of The Second Victory has approximately 218 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Second Victory?
For most readers, The Second Victory typically takes between 4h 33m and 3h 2m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 54,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 38m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 54,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Second Victory?
The estimated word count for The Second Victory is approximately 54,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Second Victory?
The Second Victory was written by Morris West.
When was The Second Victory published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1970. The original work may have been published on a different date.