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Uncertain Ground
Citizenship in an Age of Endless, Invisible War
Book • 2022
In 'Uncertain Ground', Phil Klay delves into the effects of two decades of war on American society, particularly the chasm between military and civilian life.
The book, written in essay form over the past ten years, grapples with questions about American identity, the meaning of citizenship, and the moral implications of endless, invisible conflicts.
Klay reflects on his own experiences as a Marine in Iraq and the broader societal impacts of these wars, highlighting themes such as the distance between military service and civilian life, the role of faith, and the need for a more nuanced understanding of war and its consequences.
The book, written in essay form over the past ten years, grapples with questions about American identity, the meaning of citizenship, and the moral implications of endless, invisible conflicts.
Klay reflects on his own experiences as a Marine in Iraq and the broader societal impacts of these wars, highlighting themes such as the distance between military service and civilian life, the role of faith, and the need for a more nuanced understanding of war and its consequences.
