A Bright Shining Lie: John Paul Vann and America in Vietnam
Book Review: The Anatomy of an Institutional Tragedy Title: A Bright Shining Lie: John Paul Vann and America in Vietnam Author: Neil Sheehan Edition: Vintage Paperback (First published September 1, 1988; this edition September 19, 1989) Page Count: 896 pages ISBN: 9780679724148 (ISBN10: 0679724141) Genre: History / Biography / Military History / Nonfiction Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5 out of 5 stars) Disclaimer: I was provided a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher for review purposes. This has in no way affected the content, objectivity, or critical analysis of this review. “A rare blend of historical immediacy and craft that makes the ordinary feel urgent.” Reviewer’s Context and Thesis As an executive overseeing a large team of government employees, my daily professional life involves navigating the intersection of public health, policy implementation, and IC tradecraft. Balancing the demands of an executive ca...