Johnny Got His Gun

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Summary: Could have been better, could have been worse.
Review: "Johnny Got His Gun" is a book written to express the pain and suffering that war inflicts on its soldiers. I think that the message in this book is, don't fight in a war unless you absolutely have to, it is not worth it. Although I feel that Joe Bonham believes this, his thinking is affected by the fact that he was left without arms, legs, and a face. He turns sour and sarcastic to everybody and everything because of his situation. In the beginning, it is almost impossible to not get lost in the memories that Joe recalls. Overall, the book does get better as it goes along, but the ending is disappointing.

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Summary: The Power of Survival
Review: "Johnny Got his Gun" is a book that the Junior English class had to read. I think most classes in the U.S. should read a book like "Johnny Got his Gun." It shows the pain the soldiers went through. I thought this book sent a very strong message. This book expressed much pain and suffering. It showed how determined people are to save themselves. The book really didn't have a climax and the ending wasn't the best.

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Summary: It was hard to get motivated to read the book.
Review: This book was different than other books that I have read. When he was telling about his past adventures, I was so wrapped up in it, that I forgot what was really wrong with him. The ending kind of dissapointed me because it was there, and then it was over.

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Summary: It was BORING
Review: This book was a waste of my time. I did not like the story about the antiwar. I did not like Joe it had to much discription. I want to go to war when I am old enough to know the meaning of death.

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Summary: Rather read it than write a paper.
Review: I think that this book was wrote bad. I think that the author was unable to think of things that interested people so instead he decided to bash American patorism. The book tried to tell us that war was so bad and that you never get credit for it. He continually cares nothing of the metals that he recieved for his actions. All I have to say is that he should live in Bosnia where you have no choice and you get no credit.

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Summary: This is one of the best anti-war books ever!
Review: The best thing about the book is it makes so much sense. The point of view of the character is very frustrating. I helps to give you an idea of what it would be like in Joe's shoes. Plus the little stories in the book help to keep it interesting. It is by far one of the best war books of all time because it doesn't center directly on combat but rather on the individual horror that war brings.

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Summary: Definitely Provoked an Emotional Response
Review: And that emotion was anger. Seething, blustering anger. The book is incredible in style, flow and concept. It has mesmerizing language and a poignant message. But by the end I was frothing with indignation. Painfully realistic through heartbreaking injustice. An incredible novel. (but All Quiet on the Western Front is better)

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Summary: the best book ever written
Review: i love this book more than any other. it is brilliant

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Summary: A veteran who is basically cut-off from reality.
Review: Riviting, magnificent, and captivating. A great anti-war novel that exemplifies the horrors of war. I am a 9th grader who absolutly loved this book because of its many messages. The ability to communicate to another human being without using verbal or hand motions is extraordinary. The lack of punctutation marks created some confusion in trying to understand the book. This AWESOME classic diminishes the idea of war by creating an atmosphere most horrifying.

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Summary: unbelivable.
Review: this is one of my favorite books ive ever read. i cant believe its not a required book at my school. were to busy reading that shakespere crap. this book will make you cry. its incredable. it completly changed my views on war, and life in general. i mean, if your reading the reviews to decide to spend the money to buy the book. im trying to find the movie, blockbuster told me its not being made anymore. if anyone has info on the movie