Tim O'Brien
Born in 1946
Tim O'Brien is an American novelist known for his works about the Vietnam War, where he served as a soldier.
His most famous book, The Things They Carried, is a collection of linked stories inspired by his wartime experiences.
It has become a classic of contemporary war fiction.
O'Brien's novel Going After Cacciato won the National Book Award.
His writing often explores the experiences of soldiers during and after the war, blending fact and fiction to convey deeper truths about the impact of combat.
O'Brien has also taught creative writing, holding an endowed chair at Texas State University–San Marcos from 2003 to 2012.
