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The Ugly American is a short story collection that critiques U.S. foreign relations through the eyes of an American ambassador operating in a fictional country resembling Vietnam. The narrative exposes how American diplomatic tactics, driven by enthusiasm and indifference to local realities, contribute to political upheaval and open the way for Soviet influence. The stories highlight the disconnect between diplomats and the rural populace they overlook, illustrating the unintended consequences of foreign intervention.
First publish date: 1958
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: William J. Lederer
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