The True Story of Catch-22

The Real Men and Missions of Joseph Heller's 340th Bomb Group in World War II

Autori

• Patricia Chapman Meder

Parametri

• 240 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri
• Narrativa
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The book reveals the true inspirations behind the characters in Heller's renowned work, "Catch-22," by sharing the stories of his fellow servicemen. While Heller claimed that none of his characters were based on real people, the narratives from those who served alongside him highlight striking similarities and familiar experiences. This exploration offers a deeper understanding of the relationships and events that influenced Heller's writing, bridging the gap between fiction and reality in a unique way.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2012

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