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“La paura della morte è la favela dell'animo umano, esserne liberi è l'equivalente psicologico dell'ereditare cento milioni di dollari. Ecco cosa invidia davvero a questa gente, il lusso di considerare il terrorismo un argomento di conversazione, e in questo preciso momento si sente così sfigato che potrebbe scoppiare a piangere.”

Quote by Ben Fountain

Work

Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk

In this thought-provoking novel, the author portrays the life of a young soldier, Billy Lynn, who returns to the United States after serving in Iraq. The story focuses on his brief stay in Dallas during a football game, where he is celebrated as a hero. The narrative examines the soldier's struggle to reintegrate into civilian life and the disconnect between the reality of war and the public's perception of it. more

Author

Ben Fountain
Ben Fountain

Ben Fountain is an American fiction writer known for his distinctive narrative style and profound insights into American Southern culture. His works often focus on the complex relationships between individuals and society, history, and reality, particularly in depicting the impact of war and conflict on individuals. more

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