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Uncertain Ground: Citizenship in an Age of Endless, Invisible War,Used
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From the National Book Awardwinning author of Redeployment and Missionaries, an astonishing fever graph of the effects of twenty years of war in a brutally divided America.When Phil Klay left the Marines a decade ago after serving as an officer in Iraq, he found himself a part of the community of veterans who have no choice but to grapple with the meaning of their wartime experiencesfor themselves and for the country. American identity has always been bound up in warfrom the revolutionary war of our founding, to the civil war that ended slavery, to the two world wars that launched America as a superpower. What did the current wars say about who we are as a country, and how should we respond as citizens?Unlike in previous eras of war, relatively few Americans have had to do any real grappling with the endless, invisible conflicts of the post9/11 world; in fact, increasingly few people are even aware they are still going on. It is as if these wars are a dark star with a strong gravitational force that draws a relatively small number of soldiers and their families into its orbit while remaining inconspicuous to most other Americans. In the meantime, the consequences of American military action abroad may be out of sight and out of mind, but they are very real indeed.This chasm between the military and the civilian in American life, and the moral blind spot it has created, is one of the great themes of Uncertain Ground, Phil Klay
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Uncertain Ground: Citizenship in an Age of Endless, Invisible War'? A: The main theme explores the disconnect between military experiences and civilian awareness in America, examining the impact of prolonged wars on national identity and the moral implications of asking young Americans to serve.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Phil Klay, who is a National Book Award-winning writer known for his previous works, including 'Redeployment' and 'Missionaries'.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 17, 2022.
- Q: What format is 'Uncertain Ground' available in? A: This book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: Is this book a memoir? A: Yes, 'Uncertain Ground' is categorized as a memoir, presenting personal reflections and essays on the author's wartime experiences and their broader implications.
- Q: What type of content can readers expect from the essays in the book? A: Readers can expect a series of powerful reckonings with complex themes related to war, citizenship, identity, and the moral questions surrounding military service.
- Q: What distinguishes this book from other war-related literature? A: Unlike many war narratives, this book addresses the chasm between military and civilian life, focusing on the invisible nature of contemporary conflicts and their effects on American society.
- Q: Is 'Uncertain Ground' suitable for readers unfamiliar with military topics? A: Yes, the book is written in a way that is accessible to all readers, providing insights into military experiences and their impact on American identity without requiring prior military knowledge.
- Q: What edition is available for this book? A: This is the First Edition of 'Uncertain Ground: Citizenship in an Age of Endless, Invisible War'.