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The first edition of the novel was published in december 1974, and was written by joe haldeman. The forever war series is a series of science fiction novels by joe haldeman. Publication date 2009 topics space warfare, space and time, aging. The forever war explored the limits of war and violence in extreme situations, as well as its effects on society. The forever war by joe haldeman the monday book club youtube. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad. Haldeman constructs is based on serious scientific knowledge. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the forever war. Read the forever war the forever war series book 1 pdf ebook by joe haldeman epub.
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