American hero.

  Isaiah Quinones

  American Sniper
  By: Chris Kyle

  Life: "the existence of a human being or individual" as defined by the Websters dictionary in modern society seems to be full of black and white, Good verses evil, with no true gray area to account for. Chris Kyle, the true definition of and American hero(if there ever was to be one) completely obliterates any doubt in the american citizen that what our US Army does over seas is done full hearty to protect Americans for the threats posed to us as a society. This is all clearly visible through the pages of the flabbergasting decisive novel of both justice, courage, and pride in ones nation.

   American Sniper  by Chris Kyle describes not only his own personal life as a Navy SEAL fighting in Iraq earning various awards all for courage and valor in the line of duty goes to show what it means to be a true American. He goes through four deployments over the course of his novel while also explaining his home life in between with his wife and kids. The in between goes to show just how much he gave up by choice to defend the American people and continue to fight for our country at any cost with absolutely no regard for his own safety. Major points to note also include his Iraqi Olympic sniping rival, the savior of numerous soldiers in the line of combat, and his overall heroics and training.

  I can not even begun to fathom the amount of courage it took Chris to do everything that he has done for America which further reinforces my full hearted support for this eloquently pieced together novel. Not only is the book well written, but the content for which it holds has a little something for every type of audience which is what makes this book so special. It takes a special kind of man, hero even to be as dedicated as Chris Kyle to serve on Americas behalf. You may now be wondering "but why is this book so good?" which can be easily surmised in three main reasons which come as followed: The theme of putting other before ones self, the fight for sheer survival that the novel portrays, and lastly sticking to ones goals and persevering through and handling adversity in the face or fear of death even.

  As far as the theme of putting others before ones self goes, (which is a significant portion of the book) no other person in life or literature could i clam to embody this theme more then Chris. He gives up his family, his friends, his wife and kids, and even more so his own freedom and well-being to fight for American Citizens day in and day out. This alone is one of the great leading factors as to why this book is full of pure nobility. Their is nothing more inspiring then that of a man willing to give up every thing he could possibly have to offer in order to protect the American public which for that is why i love this book and why many others share similar feelings. Chris proclaims "but it was the ignorant protesters i remembered, years and years later.."  showing just how hurtful the public opinions were to him as he was going off to protect them all and demonstrations of protest to that after all he is giving up is sicking.

  The fact that Chris is fighting for his own survival, not only physically but also mentally, brings about a great suspense to the book for which none can discredit the authenticity of which further contributes to legitimize the situations Chris is in. Not only does he put him self on the front lines at times, but he also goes onto give up his own mental health in the great horrors he sees in Iraq defending his country. This alone is a great contribution to the book as a whole both in its plot and relate-ability which is a true measurement of a books success. Our American hero gives it his all both in physical risk and mental health making his nobility admirable and indistinguishably heroic in all forms.

  Lastly, what makes this book truly great is the perseverance through very difficult times that this book shows time and time again which is a great lesson for everyone to take away. Chris never backs down even at rock bottom which few can truly testify that they would reciprocate this ideal. From not getting into the Navy at first to being pinned down under heavy fire while needing to rescue a half dead soldier to the great training Chris goes through, he never backed down and always kept it moving forward. These examples of great courage and ascendance of great adversity are traits only a true hero may portray which greatly contributes to the eloquence of the novel of a whole and to Chris Kyle as a person.

  "I lived the literal meaning of the land of the free and home of the brave" Chris states which further contributes to why he is so honorable and admirable. For me personally, what i love most about This book is how Chris deals with the worst situations and continues to grind. His grit is unrivaled and so awe-provoking it makes me wish i could meet him.I also greatly enjoy the patriotism he holds and the great life values he instills in everyone around him as he is so influential.

  This book is best suited to an audience that takes great interest in and holds great appreciation for both heroism and patriotism. the book would also be great for those who loved books such as Saving Private Ryan.

  In conclusion, American Sniper or much rather the American hero Chris Kyle is a work of art designed to be appreciated by anyone who needs a lesson in true selflessness and sacrifice that Chris partakes in being the quintessence of both patriotism and the values of life for which everyone should hold.