The Things They Carried

by O'Brien, Tim

"The Things They Carried" is a powerful and moving collection of interconnected short stories about the experiences of American soldiers during the Vietnam War. Written by Tim O'Brien, a Vietnam veteran himself, the book explores the physical and emotional weight that soldiers carry with them into battle, and the lasting effects that war can have on individuals and society as a whole.

Through a series of gripping and often heart-wrenching vignettes, O'Brien delves into themes of memory, trauma, loss, and the power of storytelling to make sense of our experiences. He also examines the complexities of human nature and the moral ambiguities of war, showing how soldiers are often forced to confront difficult ethical dilemmas and make impossible choices in the midst of chaos and violence.

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Houghton Mifflin Company published a First Edition, First Printing hardcover in 1990, Boston. 

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Franklin Library published a First Edition, Limited Edition leather bound hardcover in 1990, Franklin Center.

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1990 Houghton Mifflin first edition, first printing. Condition of the book is Very Good Plus. The binding is straight and sound. Inside pages are complete and unmarked. Condition of the dust jacket is Very Good Plus. The DJ is complete, not price clipped. It is protected in a new mylar cover. Please message me with any questions.
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Boston: Houghton Mifflin/Seymour Lawrence, 1990. First Edition. . Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. O'Brien's fifth book is considered by many to be the best work by any writer on the Vietnam War as well as a major technical achievement combining three literary forms -- the short story, the novel and the memoir; First Printing of the First Trade Edition… Read more about this item
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