42 pages • 1 hour read
Ron KovicBorn on the Fourth of July
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1976A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Ron Kovic’s memoir Born on the Fourth of July is praised for its raw, powerful narrative of a Vietnam War veteran’s journey from patriotism to anti-war activism. Critics commend Kovic’s honest portrayal of his physical and emotional struggles, though some find the prose overly graphic and emotionally draining. Overall, it’s considered a poignant, impactful read.
Who Should Read Born on the Fourth of July?
Readers who relish Born on the Fourth of July by Ron Kovic appreciate profound memoirs exploring the Vietnam War and its aftermath. They seek emotional and political introspection similar to that in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried and Philip Caputo's A Rumor of War. These readers value poignant narratives revealing personal and societal impacts of war.
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