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Stilwell and the American Experience in China, 1911–1945
Classic · History, China, Biography

Stilwell and the American Experience in China, 1911–1945

by Barbara W. Tuchman
1971 · Nonfiction
55 Classic ★ 4.17 on Goodreads · 4K ratings

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Pulitzer Prize (General Nonfiction) winner (1972). 4.17★ from 4K Goodreads ratings.

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55Must-Read Score
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  • Readers57 out of 100 · counts 50%+32
  • Buzz0 out of 100 · counts 15%+0

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