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The novel follows a nineteen‑year‑old American soldier during his 1968 deployment in Vietnam. Through his eyes, the reader encounters the everyday anxieties, ethical dilemmas, and cross‑cultural encounters that shape the turbulent war experience.
Set against the backdrop of the Vietnamese Conflict, the narrative provides an intimate glimpse into the daily life of a young serviceman confronting the harsh realities of battle, camaraderie, and the war’s psychological toll.
Joe Haldeman delivers a realistic portrayal that underscores the human dimension of warfare, illustrating how a teenage soldier grapples with duty, survival, and the moral complexities of combat during the Vietnam War.
First publish date: 1972
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Joe Haldeman
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