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“People build continuity into their life: Places, friends and goals. We go to work on Monday with plans for Friday night, enroll as freshmen intending to be seniors and save money for retirement. We try to control what comes next and shape it to meet our will.”

Quote by Nathaniel Fick

Book:One Bullet Away: The Making of a Marine Officer

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One Bullet Away: The Making of a Marine Officer

This book offers an intimate look into the life of a Marine Corps officer candidate, detailing the intense training and combat experiences faced during the Iraq War. The author provides a candid perspective on the challenges and transformations undergone during this period. more

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Nathaniel Fick is an American author born in 1977. His works often focus on military and war themes, with his most famous book being 'The Last Thin Place', which tells the story of his experiences as a U.S. Marine Corps officer in Afghanistan. more

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