A Bright, Shining Lie

In 'A Bright Shining Lie,' Neil Sheehan delivers a Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award-winning exploration of the Vietnam War through the lens of John Paul Vann, a charismatic and controversial figure who became indispensable to the American effort. The book delves into Vann's life and the broader tragedy that unfolded in Vietnam, highlighting the immense human and resource costs of the conflict. /n/n Sheehan's meticulous research and compelling narrative bring to light the complexities and failures of U.S. policy in Vietnam, offering a profound and unsettling look at a defining chapter in American history. The book is not just a biography but a monumental work of history that examines the personal and political dimensions of war.