Dispatches
(9781447275060 / 9781447275060) - Michael Herr - Main Market Ed. - PICADOR - London, United Kingdom - Pan Macmillan - In Print - Country of publication: UNITED KINGDOM - Dimensions: 197 x 130 x 19 mm | Piece of journalism
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Michael Herr's "Dispatches" is a groundbreaking work of journalism that provides an unflinching look at the Vietnam War, as experienced by soldiers on the front lines. Herr, who served as a war correspondent for Esquire magazine during the conflict, delivers a vivid and harrowing account of the brutal realities of war, capturing the chaos, terror, and desperation that defined the American experience in Vietnam.
The book is based on Herr's own experiences as a reporter, as well as his interactions with soldiers and other journalists covering the war. Through his writing, he conveys the sense of disorientation and confusion that pervaded the battlefield, as well as the psychological toll that the violence took on those who witnessed it firsthand.
"Dispatches" has been widely acclaimed for its honesty and brutality, and has been credited with shaping our collective understanding of the Vietnam War. The book was a major influence on Stanley Kubrick's classic film "Full Metal Jacket," which draws heavily on Herr's descriptions of life in the combat zone.
Overall, "Dispatches" is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the true impact and horror of war, as well as the experiences of those who lived through it.
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| Brand | Michael Herr |
| ISBN | Michael Herr 1447275063 |
| MPN | Michael Herr 9781447275060 |
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Michael Herr |
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UNITED KINGDOM |
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197 x 130 x 19 mm |
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272 pages |
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PICADOR |
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9781447275060 |
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English |
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London, United Kingdom |
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Pan Macmillan |
| Status | In Print |
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243 g |
