There are many fictional books written to be enjoyed for their

contents. However, the interest of the reader in the contents of a book is

sometimes affected by the realism with which the plot is introduced. Tom

Clancy is an author of many books concerning the military. He is one of

the most outstanding authors for writing fictional novels to do with

military. His novels The Hunt for Red October and The Cardinal of The

Kremlin provide insights which will capture the imagination of many

readers. Using historical facts, references to real military hardware and

believable characters, Tom Clancy is able to develop believable plots.

Tom Clancy's insight into history allowed him to write a very

realistic and therefore believable plot. His use of historical events

which actually took place and were incorporated into his stories allowed

him to enhance motives for the fictional conflict. Many people who lost

trust and belief in the Communist system defected to the United States and

other countries. Through use of historical facts such as defection in The

Hunt for Red October (THRO), Clancy is able to advance his plot.

which the author describes are supported by existing military hardware

that tested his intellect..." (pp. 36-7, THRO) "The talent that had

autopilot as his ind puzzled through data or research material for his

allows the reader to imagine existing hardware used strengthening the

Clancy makes numerous references to the "USS Dallas" as a 688 Los Angeles

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