The effect of stories of war heroes is generally positive to their readers. The readers of such stories are usually the individuals of the country, for which those heroes fought and sometimes even died.
Reading such stories brings a perspective to the readers and make them more close to their nation. It helps building a psychological strength and also depcit a reality that the freedom we are enjoying today came at a price.
Dexter is Our Hero, the main character of "Winter Dreams." ... Dexter's main goal in life is to make tons of money and improve his social class. He dreams of actually playing golf with the rich men he caddies for at the Sherry Island Golf Club.