The Paras, Max Arthur
The Paras, Max Arthur
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The Paras
'Earth's most elite fighting unit' - Telegraph

Author: Max Arthur

Narrator: Luke Thompson, Max Arthur, Michael Fenner, Peter Noble

Unabridged: 8 hr 5 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/02/2017


Synopsis

The soldiers of one of the world's most famous fighting forces, the Paras, tell the gripping story of the regiment in their own words.

Published to coincide with 75th anniversary of its formation, this is the definitive history of the iconic Parachute Regiment, told through the voices of more than 200 of the soldiers themselves. From the daring raids of World War 2 through Northern Ireland, The Falklands, Bosnia and Afghanistan, the Paras have a reputation for being where the fighting is fiercest and the odds of survival are often stacked heavily against them. The gripping, visceral first person narrative makes this book stand apart from conventional regimental histories.

(P)2017 Hodder & Stoughton

About Max Arthur

Max Arthur is acclaimed for his speciality in sourcing first-hand recollections of the twentieth century, particularly the First and Second World War. He is the author of many bestsellers including 'Forgotten Voices of the Great War' and 'Forgotten Voices of the Second World War' which were both written in association with the Imperial War Museum. He has presented two television documentaries based on his books: The Brits Who Fought For Spain for the History Channel and 'Dambusters'. Arthur was recognised in the 2013 New Year Honours with an OBE for his services to military history.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Luke on November 17, 2022

Great book detailing the insights of why the Parachute Regiment stands out above the rest of the infantry based arm of the army. The intensity of the engagements is mirrored by the bravery shown by the inspirational men in this book. While it spans all of the conflicts the Parachute Regiment has bee......more

Goodreads review by Adam on August 30, 2019

Not the most exciting of all the military books but it is very well informed and honest. Well worth a read if you find that kind of thing interesting. Quite an accomplished author by all accounts as well so I believe a lot of his other work is worth looking into as well.......more

Goodreads review by Patrick on January 04, 2019

A very good account of a remarkable regiment. He captures the spirit of the airborne brotherhood well.......more

Goodreads review by Haydn on October 22, 2022

Fantastic accounts of the brave and selfless soldiers of an iconic British Regiment. Read it twice through.......more