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Hhhh

Laurent Binet
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Hhhh

Nonfiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Laurent Binet

Hhhh

Nonfiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

233

Format

Novel • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1940s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

HHhH, by Laurent Binet, is a historical novel that explores Operation Anthropoid, the World War II mission to assassinate Nazi leader Reinhard Heydrich. The story follows the perspectives of individuals involved in the operation, interweaving historical facts with the author's reflections on the narrative process and the nature of historical fiction.

Reviews & Readership

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Laurent Binet's Hhhh is praised for its innovative blend of historical fact and fiction, offering a gripping narrative on the assassination of Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich. Critics appreciate the detailed research and unique narrative voice, though some find the frequent authorial digressions distracting. Overall, it's a compelling read that challenges traditional historical novels.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hhhh?

Readers who enjoy Hhhh by Laurent Binet typically appreciate historical thrillers and metafiction. Fans of Robert Harris's Fatherland or Anthony Doerr's All the Light We Cannot See will find compelling storytelling with a focus on World War II history and intricate narratives. These readers seek a blend of factual events and imaginative reconstruction.

Book Details
Pages

233

Format

Novel • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1940s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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