95 pages 3 hours read

Max Brooks

World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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World War Z by Max Brooks offers a gripping and innovative oral history of a zombie apocalypse, praised for its unique narrative style and comprehensive world-building. The storytelling, though occasionally uneven, effectively conveys the global scope and human impact of the crisis. Some critics note it lacks character depth, but its realism and inventive approach are widely lauded.

Who should read this

Who Should Read World War Z?

Readers who enjoy World War Z by Max Brooks relish nuanced narratives of global catastrophe marked by sociopolitical and military undertones. Similar to fans of The Walking Dead series or The Road by Cormac McCarthy, they appreciate realistic, character-driven survival stories set in a post-apocalyptic world.

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Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

960L

Book Details

Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Fantasy
Topics
Class
Disability
Depression / Suicide
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Apathy
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Courage