Introduction by Donald L. Canney. James Phinney Baxter's landmark study; originally published in 1933; was the first complete; fully researched history of the ascendance of the ironclads. Some of the more notable ships highlighted in this text are the USS Princeton; USS Monitor; USS Merrimack; the HMS Warrior; HMS Achilles and the CSS Virginia. Using U.S. and British sources; the author broke new ground by relating the entire development of these unique ships; including revolutions in naval ordnance; propulsion technology; and ship construction. Despite the passage of nearly seventy years; this volume remains the standard text on the subject. Commenting that Baxter's work has stood the test of time; historian Donald Canney introduces the book by pointing out that no serious study on ironclads can proceed without Baxter as an authoritative underpinning.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. I couldn't believe what a terrible life Sanchez had before he even started going to ...By BhondaI'm not giving this book 5 stars because of the writing; but because the events were so eye-opening. As a middle school teacher in the Chicago area; Sanchez's story reminded me of how much kids are affected by the neglect and abuse of their parents. Sanchez's absences from school made me sick with worry about some of my own students who miss a lot of school.I couldn't believe what a terrible life Sanchez had before he even started going to school. It's unfortunate that his mother not only allowed abuse to happen to her child; but also participated in it. At the end; Sanchez says he blames his mother; and I completely agree with him.Throughout the retelling of the experiences Sanchez had as a gang member of the Latin Kings; I felt really conflicted. I rooted for him because I knew he has such a hard life and was doing what he needed to do to survive; but I was also sick to my stomach with how many people he killed and the way he disrespected and abused women. I kept checking myself by reminding myself that he was a teenager throughout the telling of this story and that he does reflect and say that drugs and alcohol made him "brave" and that he now understands his actions were wrong.I also think about how Sanchez CHOSE to get out; even if it took him six years. That's a really hard thing to do; and I think that takes courage. Throughout his whole retelling of his time as a Latin King; I was amazed at how long Sanchez survived and after finishing the book; I still don't completely understand gang life.While the content of his story is wildly inappropriate for Middle and high school students; unfortunately; those are the kids that need to read it to truly understand the lifestyle of a gang member; and I have nothing but respect for Sanchez for telling his story to help save someone else.Given Sanchez's background; I didn't expect great writing; however; I do think more sophisticated writing would enhance the emotional effects of his story. Of course I was sad about what happens; but despite all the tragedy in the story; I didn't cry at all or ever come close; and I feel like maybe I should have.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. BrilliantBy Steve D SacI found this book completely by accident. I was searching for "My Reviews" and this along with a thousand other books and gadgets popped up. I saw this (not sure why it came up on a search of "My Reviews"); and it sounded interesting so I ordered a sample. The sample is all it took - I didn't hesitate to order the book; and immediately ordered his next book (Once a King Always a King) when I finished this one. His third book will be next (Lady Q).Sanchez's story telling is brilliant - a clean; crisp; and remarkably detailed history of the events of a hardcore gang banger whose life revolved around alcohol; drugs; violence; and sex. Although there is plenty of abuse; it's not a "woe is me" tale of abuse or how the system beat him down. He doesn't glamorize the lifestyle. It's simply a tragic story of a kid who didn't know another life but somehow found a way out. It reminded me; "There but for the grace of God go I."I literally couldn't stop reading this book - I read it walking to work; eating lunch; and every spare second of the day.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Terrible realityBy Pamela TAlthough Reyes presents a more violent and crude picture of gang life than Always Running and Down These Mean Streets; I appreciate his honesty. His story is sad and true for many young Latino men and women growing up in these neighborhoods. It is a devastatingly accurate portrayal of how we as a society and "the system" continue to disproportionately fail our minority youth. Accounts like these are a must read for everyone regardless of race; socio economic status; gender; religion etc. we should all know what our role is in putting a stop to racism in our communities and fighting for equality for all. No child should ever be allowed to grow up in these conditions; much less to become killers and/or drug addicts.Also Highly recommend; 13th documentary on Netflix
