Super Short Summary

Going After Cacciato by Tim O'Brien explores the Vietnam War through the experiences of Paul Berlin, who is part of a squad sent to retrieve a fellow soldier, Cacciato, who is attempting to walk to Paris. The novel intertwines three narrative threads: realistic war experiences, Paul's contemplations during night watches, and an imaginative pursuit of Cacciato across an international landscape. The book addresses sensitive themes such as war trauma, violence, and death.