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The Things They Carried - O'Brien, Tim

The Things They Carried

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Since its first publication in 1979, "The Things They Carried" has become an unparalleled testament to the men who served in Vietnam--a classic work that illuminates the capacity, and the limits, of the human heart and soul.

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Lars

Apr 26, 2016

A trip worth going back

It's been over 40 years since I humped the Central Highlands of Vietnam with the 173rd Airborne Brigade. Tim O'Brien's account of those who served in the infantry coincided with many of my experiences and how I remembered feeling at the time of my service. It didn't glorify the life of an infantryman which is not glorious on a day to day basis, rather it described the experience in a way a true grunt can relate to.

nevermind

Aug 30, 2014

The best writing about Vietnam I know

I've known O'Brien's work for years, and used it in English courses. I ordered this copy for a friend who served with the Maine Corps at Khe Sanh.

Karen H

Apr 4, 2014

Excellent war tale

Many times while reading this book, I had to check to make sure this was not non-fiction. It was written so well and so believably. Having grown up during this period it made me understand the other side of the war and the veterans that came back. I didn't think I would like a book of this genre but it was quite fascinating.

JLH

Jun 20, 2013

Amazing

Very well written book that many should read to better understand the Vietnam war, because we sure didn't get the support then that all vets seem to get these days.

Robert

Jan 17, 2013

War seen from a different viewpoint

The book is an interesting perspective on the emotions at play in soldiering.The writer leads us to understand people through their possessions rather than their actions. This device more than compensates for a somewhat thin story line.

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