A Bright Shining Lie
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A Bright Shining Lie chronicles the life and career of Lieutenant Colonel John Paul Vann, a central figure in America's involvement in Vietnam. This Pulitzer Prize-winning work presents a searing indictment of the strategic failures and moral compromises that defined the conflict. Sheehan meticulously details Vann's journey from an idealistic advisor to a disillusioned critic, illustrating the profound disconnect between official narratives and the grim realities on the ground. The narrative uncovers the tragic complexities of the war, offering a powerful and unforgettable account of a nation's struggle and a man's ultimate sacrifice. This monumental history argues for a re-evaluation of the war's origins and its devastating consequences.
Author: Neil Sheehan
Format: Hardback
Published: 1989, Guild
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A Bright Shining Lie chronicles the life and career of Lieutenant Colonel John Paul Vann, a central figure in America's involvement in Vietnam. This Pulitzer Prize-winning work presents a searing indictment of the strategic failures and moral compromises that defined the conflict. Sheehan meticulously details Vann's journey from an idealistic advisor to a disillusioned critic, illustrating the profound disconnect between official narratives and the grim realities on the ground. The narrative uncovers the tragic complexities of the war, offering a powerful and unforgettable account of a nation's struggle and a man's ultimate sacrifice. This monumental history argues for a re-evaluation of the war's origins and its devastating consequences.