Top 10 Books on Vietnam War

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Matterhorn: A Novel of the Vietnam War by Karl Marlantes

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This novel follows a young Marine lieutenant as he leads his platoon through the jungles of Vietnam, exploring the moral ambiguities and humanity of the war

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The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien: This collection of short stories explores the experiences of soldiers on the front lines and the lasting impact of the war on their lives.

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A Bright Shining Lie: John Paul Vann and America in Vietnam by Neil Sheehan

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This Pulitzer Prize-winning book tells the story of John Paul Vann, a military advisor in Vietnam who became disillusioned with the war and spoke out against it.

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Dispatches by Michael Herr: This book is a visceral and immersive account of the Vietnam War, written by a journalist who spent time with soldiers on the front lines.

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The Vietnam War: An Intimate History by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns

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Vietnam: A History by Stanley Karnow: This book is a comprehensive history of the Vietnam War, exploring the political, social, and military factors that led to the conflict and its aftermath.

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The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen: This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of a Vietnamese spy who works for the South Vietnamese army while secretly supporting the communist cause.

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The Sorrow of War by Bao Ninh: This novel, written by a North Vietnamese army veteran, explores the psychological toll of the war on soldiers and civilians alike.

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Hell in a Very Small Place: The Siege of Dien Bien Phu by Bernard B. Fall

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