Marty's Musings Tales of the Great Depression; World War II; the Korean War; and New Jersey From the foreword by: James J. Florio; 49th Governor of New Jersey Lieutenant Commander USNR (Retired) "Marty is a deep and thoughtful observer of the human condition...someone with an observant eye for detail; with perceptive insights into everyday actions and events that are at the same time commonsensical and profound. It is clear that service in the Navy was for him; as it was for me; a major life-shaping force. Marty's insights into the virtues and follies of military life are delightful! The military bureaucratic foolishness that some of his tales highlight can be humorous or tragic; depending on the circumstances. Marty's stories about his business career offer us a picture as to how traits we all purport to hold in high esteem are still valued. Common sense; plain direct speaking; honest bargaining-all flow as virtues embedded in the pages of this book. In an age of business speculations and clever sharpsters; this book should be required reading. This book represents his views and values which reflect our hope that Metuchen; New Jersey; and America; even while experiencing the inevitable changes that the future holds for us; remain committed to the fundamental principles that Marty has shared with us in this delightful read..." www.martysmusings.us
#534533 in Books 2010-05-18 2010-05-18Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.30 x 1.20 x 6.30l; 1.38 #File Name: 1426205104400 pagesCivil WarUnion ArmyConfederacyAmerican History19th Century
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Hurrah for Ed!By BillyMcEd Bearss' offers a panoramic perspective on a pivotal period of the Civil War. In his inimitable style; Ed guides us back and forth across the country from west to east and then east to west; describing the campaigns that determined the outcome of the great conflict. With Parker Hills providing narrative that fills in the blanks; Ed's evocative style has you marching; bivouacking and fighting with the troops in Mississippi; then Virginia; then back in Mississippi before moving back again to Virginia; Maryland and Pennsylvania. We also get Ed's invaluable insights into the inner workings of the various commanders' minds as events unfold. But most interestingly of all is the way events of one campaign are juxtaposed with those of the other on almost a day-by-day basis. It's a refreshing approach that's like watching history unfold in real time.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Buy it; you will enjoy the great narrative and readBy David MarshallOutstanding book from a national icon. Purchase every title from this great man and author.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. brilliantly done but beware of KINDLEBy James M. Hillmanthis review is simple. definitely not from an expert or scholar; but a student of Civil War history with a hundred books in my library; i found this author kept my interest and pursuant to my opinion brilliantly done. one thing is disappointingly lacking: you cant study a battle without good maps to follow. the author provided them; as best as i can tell; however; the kindle version is pitiful. do not waste your money. this is not the first time i encountered poor publishers work with kindle; seems i also study wwii. those items where also disrespectful to the author and the reader. kindle has many hurtles to traverse; graphics in one. ALL KINDLE versions should have the following statement: "you get what you see". buy the book and forget kindle. LOL
