American Sniper
The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History
Book Summary
A member of Navy SEAL Team 3 who served in Iraq and Afghanistan describes his life as a father, husband — and the serviceman with the most confirmed sniper kills in the history of the U.S. military.
Awards and Recognition
10 weeks on NPR Hardcover Nonfiction Bestseller List
Genres:
This book is about:
- Iraq War, 2003-2011,
- Kyle, Chris,
- Personal narratives, American,
- Snipers,
- Iraq War, 2003-,
- Biography,
- United States

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