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Summary: Wonderful interpretation of the war
Review: The book provides wonderful insight on the war and opens the mind to the impossibilities of killing and the relationship of emotions to war. OVERALL, A FANTASTIC BOOK
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Summary: Great topic, poor style.
Review: Tim O'Brien incorporates many great War experiences, plus pre-war, and post-war stories into this short, but compact book. The time periods change rapidly, and it is hard to keep track of. The chapters are very short and very to the point. O'brien shares a variety of story's, from the man he killed, to how his friend sunk in a field of Excrement. Overall it was a very quality book, but I read it after reading "If I Die in a Combat Zone," also by O'Brien, and I felt that it was a better read, but both are very good works of Literature.
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Summary: gut-striking
Review: Tim O'Brien's storytelling style is intoxicating. He examines what it means to tell a story, and what the telling of stories does for all of us. Reading this book is like getting the wind knocked out of you, you almost can't believe that it affects you the way that it does. A truly great read.
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Summary: Couldn't put it down!
Review: I have always wanted to know more about Vietnam. Most of the books I picked up told me the facts and main events. Tim O'Brien's novel, however, revealed to me what it was like to be a soldier in war. My heart is heavy when I think about the suffering and the continued suffering that still exists. Thanks for opening my eyes and heart Tim.
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Summary: A book that will change your outlook on life
Review: This book should be read by anyone who wants abetter understanding of human nature. It teaches us about war, the wars that every humanfights both externally and internally. It teaches us to understand each other better.I will tell everyone I know to read this book.
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Summary: A important and revealing look at war
Review: A poignant look at the Vietnam War told in short stories that weave together to create a compelling image of American soldiers in battle. I loved this book. The characters are so real and O"Brien's talent for storytelling takes you into the battlefields as well as the hearts and minds of the soldiers who fought this war. I think this book is a must read for young men in America in the 90's who do not have to worry about the draft or compulsory military service as it existed during the Vietnam era.
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Summary: It is a decent book
Review: The book is of decent style. it brings a unique point of view, and an interesting look on the life of war. the way it is told it is very original, and causes your perspective of war life to be changed forever. This book is good.
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Summary: TIM - IF YOU'RE OUT THERE...
Review: This book brought tears to my eyes at every turn of the page. I am only eighteen and I have absolutely no connections to the Vietnam war through any of my family members - yet your compelling book has taught me true respect and a deep appreciation for the American Vietnam Veteran. I am so proud of you Mr. O'Brien - so is by Dad, Brother, and two Grandfather's whom I passed the book onto. We love you Tim - and we only know you through your pen - which is as fierce as an M16. Scott Heine
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Summary: Required reading for all Americans
Review: The Things They Carried is THE quintessential work for postmodern America. The best American writer to date, bar none.
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Summary: He wants us to feel
Review: O'Brien wants us to feel what it is like to be at war. He wants us to feel what it is like to come back from war. And, finally, he wants us to feel what it is like to write about war; so he lets us in on the process so we can experience it as close to firsthand as any writer has managed. And we learn the truth is in the telling. And we feel.
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