A Real Good War is a novel using the December 24, 1944, launch of the largest bombing mission in history as a backdrop.  The book follows the crew of a B-17 Flying Fortress, depicting their humor, despair, fear, and courage as they face mission after mission.  276 pages

            Written by - Sam Halpert

                    **Halpert served as a navigator on a B-17, flying 35 missions.