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Going After Cacciato

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Fiction Historical Fiction Classics

by "Tim OBrien"

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3.90 (9.2K ratings)
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description 351 pages

Going After Cacciato by "Tim OBrien" holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 9.2K reader ratings. First published in 1978. The book spans 351 pages.

About Going After Cacciato

Alternate cover for this ISBN can be found hereWinner of the 1979 National Book Award, Going After Cacciato captures the peculiar mixture of horror and hallucination that marked this strangest of wars.In a blend of reality and fantasy, this novel tells the story of a young soldier who one day lays down his rifle and sets off on a quixotic journey from the jungles of Indochina to the streets of Paris. In its memorable evocation of men both fleeing from and meeting the demands of battle, Going After Cacciato stands as much more than just a great war novel. Ultimately it's about the forces of fear and heroism that do battle in the hearts of us all.

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Author "Tim OBrien"
Published 1978
Pages 351
Genres Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics
Average Rating 3.90 / 5.00
Total Ratings 9,188

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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9.2K ratings
With a rating of 3.90, Going After Cacciato is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.90
This Book
3.99
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Going After Cacciato?

Going After Cacciato is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is Going After Cacciato worth reading?

Based on 9.2K reader ratings, Going After Cacciato has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Going After Cacciato?

Going After Cacciato has 351 pages.

Who wrote Going After Cacciato?

Going After Cacciato was written by "Tim OBrien". It was first published in 1978.

What is the ISBN for Going After Cacciato?

The ISBN-13 for Going After Cacciato is 9780767904420.0.

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