Last Night Another Soldier by Andy McNab

The provided text consists of excerpts from the book "Last Night Another Soldier..." by Andy McNab, which is a work of fiction based on a BBC Radio 4 play and is part of the Quick Reads series aimed at encouraging reading. The narrative follows a young British soldier named Briggsy during a tour in Afghanistan's Helmand Province, focusing on his first intense experiences in combat against the Taliban and the subsequent loss of his comrade, John. The story explores the harsh realities of war, including the emotional toll and themes such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), highlighting the bond between soldiers as their primary motivation for fighting. The excerpts also provide contextual information about the author, McNab's background in the SAS, and lists other titles in the Quick Reads initiative.

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