“Talk about impersonating an identity, about locking into a role, about irony; I went to cover the war and the war covered me; an old story, unless of course you've never heard it.”
Book:Dispatches
Quote by Michael Herr
Work
Dispatches
Dispatches is a compilation of firsthand accounts and observations from journalists and correspondents reporting on conflicts and humanitarian crises. The book offers readers an intimate look into the realities of war and its impact on individuals and societies. more
Author
Michael Herr
Michael Herr was an American writer renowned for his work as a war correspondent, particularly for his coverage of the Vietnam War. His book 'Dispatches' is considered a classic in war reporting and has had a profound impact on subsequent generations. more