While I'm sure this book doesn't tell the whole story of Afghanistan and the war we're fighting there, it did help me to find out what was going on in one of the hot spots of that war. I listened to this after listening to Matterhorn, an excellent novel about Vietnam, and the contrasts and comparisons between the wars is very interesting. Based on these two books Vietnam seems tame compared to fighting the Taliban.

Sebastian Junger captures the war in a way that is nothing short of amazing. His ability to connect real time events with scientific research data adds a tremendous dimension to this story. Great Read!

Hats off to the whole damn crew. Junger delivered this in a way that has to be recognized as exceptional. You don't have to agree with war but you will damn sure have a better understanding and appreciation for what the men and women of this country have to go through that step up to the plate for freedom. This is also a great listen for anyone thinking about joining the forces. Thank you

Junger has proven the real life is more interesting than fiction with "War". He brings the stories to life, and helps the listener get into the mind of our Soldiers without getting political about the situation. It's raw, and wonderful. If you want to know what life is like for our Soldiers in the Korengal Valley, this is the book you need to read.

This is 1st book I have commented on in audible, what can I say, a must read!!

Sebastian does a great job trying to bring home the daily life and feel of our nation's greatest treasures. These men we hear about no matter how rough around the edges are, are they are what makes us free. They are sons, fathers, and husbands who are fighting for family at home and family on the field and we are all infidels in the eyes of the islam. Get some...

Good writer, really gets understands his characters but the warrior mentality is just not for me

Author and book are very easy to listen to and provide a different view of the war the World is going through now.

My son just left for Iraq last week - Army Infantry. He wanted to go to Afganistan. Now I know why.

I hope many read this. I would be curious to know what the troops written about thought. Their comments should be included in an afterword.