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Matterhorn: A Novel of the Vietnam War by Karl Marlantes follows Lieutenant Mellas and his fellow Marines as they navigate the harsh realities of the Vietnam War. Tasked with patrolling enemy territory, Mellas grapples with racial tensions, leadership challenges, and the brutality of combat. Throughout their journey, the unit faces numerous hardships, testing their endurance and camaraderie. The novel explores themes of war, sacrifice, and the impact of combat on soldiers' psyches. Involves racism, combat trauma, and graphic wartime violence.