Platoon
Book description
250 p. pages. 17 x 11 cm. Broché. traduit de l'américain par France-Marie Watkins
Why read it?
1 author picked Platoon as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
The book (which came out after a few months of the movie), is written by military veteran Dale E. Dye, who served in the Marines during the Vietnam War.
The book takes the reader from the beginnings of a 'wet behind the ears' (Chris Taylor) Private entering Vietnam, and ending with an 'almost' seasoned veteran. The descriptions Dye gives of the scenery, the men, the voices, being in the brush or jungle, truly is remarkable.
When I read this, I felt like I could literally see everything Chris Taylor did through his own eyes. There's a lot more depth to…
From Michael's list on book to movie adaptations.
Want books like Platoon?
Our community of 10,000+ authors has personally recommended 100 books like Platoon.
5 book lists we think you will like!
Interested in the Vietnam War, United States Marines, and presidential biography?
10,000+ authors have recommended their favorite books and what they love about them. Browse their picks for the best books about the Vietnam War, United States Marines, and presidential biography.