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Zero Hour: A Novel of the Somme

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By Dan Snow

Zero Hour is a novel by Dan Snow that tells the story of the first day of the Battle of the Somme, one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The novel follows the experiences of a group of young British soldiers as they prepare for and then go over the top into battle.

The novel begins in the trenches, where the soldiers are living in squalid conditions and enduring constant shelling. The men are all from different backgrounds, but they are all united by their fear of what is to come. As the zero hour approaches, the tension mounts and the men begin to make their final preparations.

Zero Hour: A Novel of the Somme

by Iain Gale

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When the whistle blows, the men go over the top and into no man's land. They are met with a hail of gunfire and artillery shells, and many of them are killed or wounded within seconds. The survivors press on, but they are quickly overwhelmed by the German forces. The battle is a disaster for the British, and the men are forced to retreat back to their trenches.

Zero Hour is a harrowing and unforgettable account of one of the most tragic events in British history. Snow's writing is vivid and immersive, and he does an excellent job of conveying the fear and chaos of battle. The novel is a powerful reminder of the horrors of war, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in history or military fiction.

About the Author

Dan Snow is a British historian, author, and broadcaster. He is the son of the late Lord Snow, a Conservative politician, and the grandson of the late C. P. Snow, a novelist and scientist. Snow was educated at Winchester College and Merton College, Oxford, where he studied history.

After graduating from Oxford, Snow worked as a journalist for The Times and The Economist. He then moved into television, where he has presented a number of documentaries for the BBC, including "Battlefield Britain" and "The History of Britain". Snow is also the author of several books, including "Death or Glory: The Battle of the Somme" and "The Battle of Britain: A New History".

Reviews

"Zero Hour is a powerful and unforgettable account of one of the most tragic events in British history. Snow's writing is vivid and immersive, and he does an excellent job of conveying the fear and chaos of battle. The novel is a powerful reminder of the horrors of war, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in history or military fiction." - The Guardian

"Zero Hour is a gripping and moving novel that brings the horrors of the Somme to life. Snow's writing is both vivid and compassionate, and he does an excellent job of capturing the experiences of the young men who fought in this bloody battle." - The Telegraph

"Zero Hour is a must-read for anyone interested in the First World War or military fiction. Snow's writing is superb, and he does an excellent job of capturing the fear and chaos of battle. The novel is a powerful and moving account of one of the most tragic events in British history." - The Independent