o'brien, tim

A critical study of American writer Tim O'Brien's life and books, discussing his roles as son, soldier, and author; identifying the key themes that characterize his works; and analyzing six titles, each of which is directly or indirectly about the Vietnam War.

Presents a critical reading of the novels of writer Tim O'Brien, including a discussion of each of his books along with brief biographical information.

A personal memoir describing combat from behind an infantryman's rifle, walking the mine fields of My Lai, snipers, and the ambiguities of morality in a war gone wrong.

Examines war in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried, a work of literature through the lens of the major social issue reflected in it, and features carefully selected content representing a variety of perspectives.

Presents a guide to studying Tim O'Brien's "The Things They Carried, " a collection of related short fiction stories that recreate the Vietnam War experiences of an American foot soldier, featuring a list of characters, a biographical sketch of the author, and a selection of critical essays.