Why Are We in Vietnam?
Book • 1967
'Why Are We in Vietnam?
' is a novel by Norman Mailer that explores the complexities of American masculinity and the nation's involvement in the Vietnam War. Through the story of a hunting trip in Alaska, Mailer delves into the psychological and primal motivations that drive individuals and nations to violence.
The narrative captures the raw energy and intensity of human emotions while critiquing the political and cultural forces that led to the conflict.
The novel remains a powerful and provocative examination of American identity and the consequences of its actions.
' is a novel by Norman Mailer that explores the complexities of American masculinity and the nation's involvement in the Vietnam War. Through the story of a hunting trip in Alaska, Mailer delves into the psychological and primal motivations that drive individuals and nations to violence.
The narrative captures the raw energy and intensity of human emotions while critiquing the political and cultural forces that led to the conflict.
The novel remains a powerful and provocative examination of American identity and the consequences of its actions.
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