A rumor of war
Book • 1977
A Rumor of War is a memoir by Philip Caputo, detailing his experiences as a U.S.
Marine in the Vietnam War. The book vividly portrays the disillusionment, moral ambiguities, and psychological toll of war on young soldiers.
Caputo recounts the brutal realities of combat, the loss of innocence, and the challenges of readjusting to civilian life.
The narrative explores themes of camaraderie, fear, and the search for meaning amidst the chaos of war.
Through his personal anecdotes and reflections, Caputo offers a powerful and unflinching critique of the Vietnam War and its impact on those who fought in it.
Marine in the Vietnam War. The book vividly portrays the disillusionment, moral ambiguities, and psychological toll of war on young soldiers.
Caputo recounts the brutal realities of combat, the loss of innocence, and the challenges of readjusting to civilian life.
The narrative explores themes of camaraderie, fear, and the search for meaning amidst the chaos of war.
Through his personal anecdotes and reflections, Caputo offers a powerful and unflinching critique of the Vietnam War and its impact on those who fought in it.
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