"Johnny Got His Gun"

"Johnny Got His Gun" is a novel by Dalton Trumbo that explores the harrowing experience of a young soldier, Joe, who is severely wounded in World War I. After losing his limbs, sight, hearing, and ability to speak, Joe becomes trapped in his own mind, unable to communicate or escape his physical condition. The story delves into themes of war, trauma, and human rights, highlighting the personal and moral costs of conflict. It serves as a powerful anti-war statement, illustrating the profound suffering endured by soldiers and questioning the justification of war itself.