A Rumor of War
by Philip Caputo
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Author: Philip CaputoEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1977-05
ISBN: 003017631X
Number of pages: 346
Publisher: Henry Holt & Co
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Book Review: A Rumor of War
Summary: 5 Stars
I would not claim to have in depth knowledhge of this genre, but, notwithstanding, I blieve that Phillip Caputo's book is a "must read" on two counts - 1.the depiction of men at war and 2. the dwepiction of men at war in Vietnam. With my limited understanding I can comprehend wht reviewers have put "A Rumor of War" in the pantheon of the greats.
Summary of A Rumor of War
"A singular and marvelous work." -- The New York Times"Compelling . . . A thoroughly honest view of what the experience of Vietnam meant to a young college graduate, a 'gung-ho' lieutenant in the marine corps who enlisted for the 'heroic experience' of war . . . It is the most eloquent statement yet on what Vietnam was for the lower echelons who had to do the dirty work." -- Seattle Times
"Heartbreaking, terrifying, and enraging . . . It will make the strongest among us weep."
-- Los Angeles Times
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