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Fire and Forget includes the title story from Redeployment by Phil Klay, 2014 National Book Award Winner in FictionThese stories aren't pretty and they aren't for the faint of heart. They are realistic, haunting and shocking. And they are all unforgettable. Television reports, movies, newspapers and blogs about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have offered images of the fighting there. But this collection offers voicespowerful voices, telling the kind of truth that only fiction can offer.What makes the collection so remarkable is that all of these stories are written by those who were there, or waited for them at home. The anthology, which features a Foreword by National Book Award winner Colum McCann, includes the best voices of the wars generation: awardwinning author Phil Klays Redeployment; Brian Turner, whose poem Hurt Locker was the movie's inspiration; Colby Buzzell, whose book My War resonates with countless veterans; Siobhan Fallon, whose book You Know When the Men Are Gone echoes the joy and pain of the spouses left behind; Matt Gallagher, whose book Kaboom captures the hilarity and horror of the modern military experience; and ten others.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Fire and Forget: Short Stories from the Long War'? A: 'Fire and Forget' explores the realities of war through powerful short stories written by those who experienced it firsthand, offering haunting and unforgettable narratives.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Matt Gallagher, who brings his own experiences and insights to the collection.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Fire and Forget' has a total of 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Fire and Forget' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Fire and Forget' published? A: 'Fire and Forget' was published on February 12, 2013.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: The stories in 'Fire and Forget' depict realistic and sometimes graphic portrayals of war, making it more suitable for mature readers.
- Q: Does the book feature contributions from other authors? A: Yes, the anthology includes works from various authors, including Phil Klay, Brian Turner, and Siobhan Fallon, among others.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Fire and Forget'? A: 'Fire and Forget' falls under the genre of War literature, focusing on the experiences of soldiers and their families.
- Q: Is this a first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Fire and Forget'.
- Q: What is the significance of the title story, 'Redeployment'? A: 'Redeployment' is a notable story by Phil Klay, which sets the tone for the anthology by capturing the complex emotions and realities faced by soldiers.