For New York Times reporter Dennis Covington; what began as a journalistic assignment—covering the trial of an Alabama pastor convicted of attempting to murder his wife with poisonous snakes—would evolve into a headlong plunge into a bizarre; mysterious; and ultimately irresistible world of unshakable faith: the world of holiness snake handling.Set in the heart of Appalachia; Salvation on Sand Mountain is Covington's unsurpassed and chillingly captivating exploration of the nature; power; and extremity of faith—an exploration that gradually turns inward; until Covington finds himself taking up the snakes.
#414286 in Books Heinz Guderian 2001-12-24Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.44 x 1.50 x 5.38l; 1.21 #File Name: 0306811014552 pagesPanzer Leader
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. An In-depth View Of Germany's Military/Political Structure Operation During WW IIBy tom donnellsHeinz Guderian paints a precise picture of Germany's Military role in Hitler's quest to establish the Third Reich. Detailed information of the concept of blitzkrieg and how it was developed and implemented; and the the various characters who effected Germany's efforts give an understanding of why Hitler caused Germany's defeat.Guderian often gives a great deal of exact details that some readers may find either tedious or fascinating.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Up close look at WWII from inside the Third ReichBy John T. ShafferThe perspective of the professional German soldier; Heinz Guderian; explains how the bitter defeat of WWI lead him to believe that war was necessary. Rising to the rank of general as a result of his experience and writings about the future use of mobile armor his 1937 book became a favorite of Hitler. Guderian commands the victorious field attack in Poland then designs the attack through the Ardennes in France. His breakthrough into France brings victory in Europe to the Nazi's and Hitler. Guderian is asked once again to lead the Germans against Russia and he commands the 2nd Army. With Moscow within his grasp he discovers the failed leadership of the Nazi's when he is ordered to leave Moscow and battle south for hundreds of miles to take a worthless position at the whim of Hitler. He battles back to the gates of Moscow but the Russian winter defeats his army. He refuses the order from Hitler to fight to the last man and withdraws his men from the senseless war against the elements. Guderian is dismissed from the Army in December 1941and returns to Germany. The German army never recovers from the loss on the eastern front. This book details the general's view of the war in the order of Sherman or Grant.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. If you want to understand why Germany rose and fell ...By William S. KrebsIf you want to understand why Germany rose and fell; read this fascinating book. Along with "Lost Victories " by von Manstein; Guderian's first hand account of dealing with redtape; lunacy; incompetence; and delusion is both riveting and unfiltered primary reading. A must read for anyone interested in the struggle of the Eastern Front....
