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Book Reviews of Thank God for the Atom Bomb and Other Essays

Thank God for the Atom Bomb and Other Essays
Thank God for the Atom Bomb and Other Essays
Author: Paul Fussell
ISBN-13: 9780671638665
ISBN-10: 0671638661
Publication Date: 6/1988
Pages: 298
Rating:
  • Currently 4.5/5 Stars.
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4.5 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Summit Books
Book Type: Hardcover
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I enjoy this author though I must say he is very abrasive, doesn't sugar coat things.
The title is just one essay or chapter and it's important to realize Fussell clearly states his prospective is that of a WWII soldier who is on his way to invade Japan when the bomb is dropped. At that particular moment he is grateful the war will soon end and feels later speculation especially from those not in the trenches isn't worthwhile.
The book then goes on to discuss tourism verses travel and many other topics. I liked how he distinguished between tourism, safe, seeing what others feel is important, and travel, fear.
I like reading different perspectives so very much enjoyed this book.