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A rumor of war

Pages
356
Published
1978
Language
English

Synopsis

Philip Caputo's "A Rumor of War" offers a stark and unflinching look at the realities of combat. He recounts his harrowing experiences as a young Marine officer during the Vietnam War. This memoir details the intense physical and psychological toll of warfare.

How it reads

Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (2)
ViolenceTrauma

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