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Michael Herr was born in Syracuse, New York in 1940. After high school, he attended Syracuse University, where he studied English and journalism. Herr dropped out of college after a year, and in 1961 he moved to New York City to pursue a career in writing.nHerr’s first published piece was a profile of jazz musician Miles Davis for Esquire magazine. He would go on to contribute articles to a number of publications, including Rolling Stone, Harper’s, and The New Yorker.nIn 1977, Herr published his most famous work, the Vietnam War memoir Dispatches. The book was an instant classic, and is considered one of the most important works of war reporting.nIn the years since, Herr has continued to write and publish, both fiction and non-fiction. He is widely respected as one of the most talented and important writers of his generation.
Michael Herr’s writing is powerful and evocative. His descriptions of the Vietnam War are both harrowing and beautiful. He is a master of language, and his ability to capture the human experience is unparalleled. Herr is a true original, and his work is essential reading for anyone interested in the Vietnam War or in human nature itself.
Original title | Dispatches |
Author | Michael Herr |
Genre |
Journalism |
Language | English |
Characters | Michael Herr, Vietnam War, American soldiers, Vietnamese soldiers, civilians |
Published | 1977 |
ISBN | 9780805078696 |
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