Sprache: Englisch
Verlag: Random House Publishing Group, 1985
ISBN 10: 0440388767 ISBN 13: 9780440388760
Anbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Mass Market Paperback. Zustand: Fair. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.
Unknown. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.
Mass Market Paperback. Zustand: Like New. August 1985 first Dell mass market printing, stated. No marking inside. Slight spine creasing, otherwise as new.
Softcover. Zustand: Fair. Spuren von Feuchtigkeit / Nässe; Riss größer als 1 cm. When faced with the possibility of death tomorrow, the concepts of courage and purpose become meaningless. Life itself feels pointless, whether observing a tree or engaging with others. This existential reflection permeates the narrative, emphasizing that the struggle for significance is futile. Such is the essence of war in this fictional account of the battle on Guadalcanal, where the experiences of American and Japanese troops are vividly depicted. The story unfolds through various perspectives within C-for-Charlie Company, including Capt. James Stein, his unstable first sergeant Eddie Welsh, and the young privates thrust into combat. The portrayal of combat conditions and their psychological toll is starkly realistic, capturing the rawness of war. The dialogue reflects authenticity, echoing earlier works of combat fiction. This narrative transcends traditional war stories, delving deeply into themes of male identity and existential despair. It establishes the author as a significant voice in American literature, comparable to literary giants like Herman Melville and Stephen Crane. The exploration of meaning in the face of mortality and the chaos of war resonates profoundly, making this work a critical examination of human existence.