The author of the gripping bestseller "The Perfect Storm" turns his brilliant and empathetic eye to the reality of combat. "War" follows a single platoon through a 15-month tour of duty in the most dangerous outpost in Afghanistan.
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Authors:Junger, Sebastian
Copyright:2010
Format:Hardcover
GTIN13:9780446556248
ISBN10:0446556246
Page Count:304
Dimensions:6.6x1.08x9.22
Publisher:Twelve
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In an effort to capture the surreal experiences of life on the front lines, author and journalist Sebastian Junger dedicated fifteen months to following a single platoon stationed in eastern Afghanistan through the trials of their daily lives. Now, in "WAR," readers are granted access into the harrowing ordeal overseas as never seen before. Throughout this galvanizing chronicle, men & women are shown fighting for their country while coming to grips with the striking reality of battle, and exploring the limits of human emotion. As fear, strength, endurance, anticipation, and courage combine to create this mesmerizing account, civilians are given a chance to see these soldiers in a bright new light.
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In an effort to capture the surreal experiences of life on the front lines, author and journalist Sebastian Junger dedicated fifteen months to following a single platoon stationed in eastern Afghanistan through the trials of their daily lives. Now, in "WAR," readers are granted access into the harrowing ordeal overseas as never seen before. Throughout this galvanizing chronicle, men & women are shown fighting for their country while coming to grips with the striking reality of battle, and exploring the limits of human emotion. As fear, strength, endurance, anticipation, and courage combine to create this mesmerizing account, civilians are given a chance to see these soldiers in a bright new light.