What inspired the choice to set the story against the backdrop of 1950s Vietnam?
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The Quiet American

The Quiet American
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What inspired the choice to set the story against the backdrop of 1950s Vietnam?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about the moral choices made by the characters?
How does Greene's portrayal of the 'quiet American' challenge typical hero archetypes?