The Things They Carried | 10-Minute Book Summary

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In The Things They Carried, author and war veteran Tim O’Brien invites you to experience what it’s like to be a combat soldier during the Vietnam War. Discover how he creates a unique reading experience to transform an unbelievable war into believable war stories.

0:00 Intro
1:46 Fact and Fiction
2:54 "The Things They Carried"
6:00 "Ambush"
7:20 "Good Form"
9:02 What Is a True War Story?
10:04 "How to Tell a True War Story"
11:18 "Speaking of Courage"
11:42 Conclusion

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