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Book Review of The Painted Bird

The Painted Bird
The Painted Bird
Author: Jerzy Kosinski
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
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Helpful Score: 1


This book is autobiographical and an excellent study of the effects of the horror of war, especially on young children. Jerzy finally committed suicide but only after becoming one of the best authors of all time. A very worthwhile read if you have a strong stomach.