The Forever War by Dexter Filkins
A Chronicle of the War on Terror
"The Forever War" is a non-fiction account of the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq from a journalist's perspective. The author, who was embedded with American troops, provides a raw and unfiltered look at the realities of war. The book gives a detailed description of the experiences of soldiers, civilians, and the author himself, offering a unique perspective on the ongoing conflicts. It explores the complexities and consequences of war, and the impact it has on those directly involved and the wider world.
The 3466th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 384
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- National Book Critics Circle Award - Nonfiction (National Book Critics Circle)
- Books of the Decade (The Guardian)
- The 10 Best Books Through Time (New York Times)
- The 50 Best Books of Literary Journalism (GQ)