The Naked & the Dead 1948 HC Norman Mailer" The Naked and the Dead follows the story of an army platoon of foot soldiers fighting for the Japanese island of Anopopei. "The best novel to come out of the . . . war, perhaps the best book to come out of any war" (San Francisco Chronicle). "The narrative presents, with great accuracy and power, the agony of the American troops in the Pacific campaign It remains Mailer’s best, and certainly the best war novel to emerge from the United States" (Burgess, 42-43). Named by Modern Library as one of the 100 Greatest Novels of the twentieth century.I am moving internationally later this year, thus letting go of many items. I do bundle, reuse shipping materials, and give discounts within reason. Half off or 50% off the asking price is not reasonable without explanation. Thanks for shopping. Take care!