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Read Time: ~5.6 hr

Going After Cacciato

by Tim O'Brien (1975)

About this book

In a blend of reality and fantasy, this novel tells the story of a young soldier who one day lays down his rifle and sets off on a quixotic journey from the jungles of Indochina to the streets of Paris. In its memorable evocation of men both fleeing from and meeting the demands of battle, Going After Cacciato stands as much more than just a great war novel. Ultimately it's about the forces of fear and heroism that do battle in the hearts of us all.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraLate 20th Century
Protagonist / CoreNotable Characters

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