Presents a collection of tales detailing the late author's harrowing experiences during World War II and the events that influenced some of his greatest works, including his National Book Award winner, "Birdy."
Shrapnel: A Memoir
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Year
- 2012
- Category
- Fiction
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