Karl Marlantes
Karl Marlantes is an American author of fiction and non-fiction books. Marlantes, a distinguished alum of Yale University and a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, has a remarkable background as a former Marine who served in Vietnam. His courageous service in the military earned him prestigious accolades, including the Navy Cross, the Bronze Star, two Navy Commendation Medals for valour, two Purple Hearts, and an impressive ten air medals.