Patrick Hennessey writes with piercing honesty about his experiences on the front lines of armed conflict. His prose captures the raw reality of military life and the psychological toll of combat situations. Through his writing, he explores themes of courage, loss, and the search for meaning in the face of extreme violence. Hennessey's style is direct and impactful, offering readers a glimpse into a world that is both distant and universally human.
When the author returned home from Afghanistan, he left behind him surreal intensity and exhilaration of battle. He also left behind lasting bonds of friendship formed with his Afghan comrades Qiam, Syed and Majhib. This title tells of their first meetings, mutual suspicion and incomprehension, and how this eventually turned into brotherhood.
An account of all the horror, boredom and exhilaration of war. It tells the story of how a modern soldier is made, from the testosterone-heavy breeding ground of Sandhurst to the nightmare of Iraq and Afghanistan.