Tripodi Paolo G., Frushour Kelly. Marines at War: Stories from Afghanistan and Iraq

Marine Corps University Press, 2016. — 260 p.The decade plus of U.S. military combat in Afghanistan and Iraq has resulted in an extraordinary amount of articles, books, documentaries, and films. As with many subjects in U.S. culture today, the resulting productions are often glamorized, politicized, or simply focused on only the most astonishing events of these two conflicts. In contrast, this collection of narratives focuses on the more ordinary stories of war. This book brings together the short stories of 10 Marines and a sailor who served in either Afghanistan or Iraq, some in both. The authors reflect on their time in combat, focusing on preparation, particular moments, and the lessons or conclusions drawn from their experiences.