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Philip Caputo
AuthorBooks · Second hand1941-2026
Philip Joseph Caputo was an American author and journalist. He was best known for A Rumor of War (1977), a best-selling memoir of his experiences during the Vietnam War. Caputo wrote 19 books, including three memoirs, five books of general nonfiction, nine novels, and two books of short stories. His latest was a collection of short stories Wandering Souls: And Other Stories which was published in 2025 by Arcade Publishing.
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Birth
1941
Death
2026
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Philip Caputo was born in Chicago in 1941 and built a prolific career as a writer and journalist.
His most iconic work, A rumor of war, is a fundamental reference regarding the Vietnam War.
Before dedicating himself to literature, he served as a military officer, an experience that deeply shaped his narrative.
Throughout his career, he published a total of 24 works exploring both fiction and historical reality.
His work has been recognized and reviewed by the prestigious New York Times over the years.