Home before Morning: The Story of an Army Nurse in Vietnam
Home before Morning: The Story of an Army Nurse in Vietnam
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001336
Book • Nonfiction
Vietnam • 1960s
2001
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Home Before Morning: The Story of an Army Nurse in Vietnam is a memoir by Lynda Van Devanter, detailing her experiences as a nurse during the Vietnam War. The book explores her personal challenges, emotional struggles, and the lasting impact of the war on her life and the lives of those she encountered.
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Home before Morning: The Story of an Army Nurse in Vietnam by Lynda Van Devanter offers a gripping, firsthand account of the Vietnam War from a nurse's perspective. Praised for its raw honesty and vivid storytelling, the memoir provides deep insight into the emotional and psychological toll of war. Some critiques mention uneven pacing, but its powerful narrative remains compelling.
Who Should Read Home before Morning: The Story of an Army Nurse in Vietnam?
Readers who were moved by The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien and appreciate firsthand accounts of war will be drawn to Home before Morning. This memoir's vivid depiction of a nurse's experiences in Vietnam caters to those interested in military history and women's roles in combat settings.
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Book • Nonfiction
Vietnam • 1960s
2001
Adult
18+ years
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