The Life and Legend of Chris Kyle: American Sniper, Navy SEAL

Name: The Life and Legend of Chris Kyle: American Sniper, Navy SEAL
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Rating: 4.4 (2370 reviews)
Author: Michael J. Mooney

by Michael J. Mooney

Nonfiction Biography Memoir

4.4 (2,370)

4.4 stars from 2,370 reviews. Top 76% of Nonfiction books we track.

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Perfect for you if...

You're interested in modern military history and want to understand the real Chris Kyle beyond Clint Eastwood's film adaptation.
You respect carefully researched biography that doesn't shy away from uncomfortable truths about trauma and its aftermath.
You want insight into what happens to soldiers after combat ends, and how they struggle to find purpose back home.

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You're looking for a traditional hero's journey where everything wraps up neatly and the ending is redemptive.
You prefer fiction over fact or aren't interested in military memoirs.
You want a glorified account of warfare rather than an unflinching look at both heroism and human fragility.

About this book

The life story of Chris Kyle, the American Sniper. Kyle was known for his courage and skill in military service, earning two nicknames—The Devil among insurgents and The Legend among his Navy SEAL brethren. Though a brutal warrior, he was also a gentle father and husband. After returning from combat, he worked with fellow veterans. Journalist Michael J. Mooney traces Kyle's life from his Texas childhood through his death in February 2013. Mooney interviews those closest to Kyle and examines the life of the veteran who killed him. The book presents a portrait of a celebrated warrior based on firsthand accounts.

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Currently 4.4★ from 2,370 reviews

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