Blacklisted by the Soviets; these journals have long been recognized for offering the most fascinating and revealing impression of the country by a foreigner. The Marquis' writings abound in observations on Russia's social; political; and religious states--leading Custine to dire forebodings. "he...records the...jokes; complains; anecdotes of innkeepers; princelings; engineers and customs officials...we accompany him on a journey of exploration in more ways than one; and he is always good company."--Roy Foster.
#1199804 in Books Osprey Publishing 2000-07-31 2000-08-25Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.68 x .20 x 7.22l; .68 #File Name: 184176025096 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A great book!By ChrisGreat book on the TBD! Amazing history. Great profile section!0 of 12 people found the following review helpful. The Book DepositoryBy ChrisNever received this item from seller; The Book Depository; New Jersey.Received email that book was sent 2 days after order with expected arrival date.Date came and went; Contacted seller and they gave me a different ship date thanorginally. Still Have not received Book and recieved refund from seller and purchased through .com direct for slightly more; but don't regret paying more now.9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Short but sweet.By gameplayerI've read 3 books that review the history of the TBD in the U.S. Navy; and got the same general feeling from them all: why is this book so short? We're talking about the first monoplane that was ever accepted by the Navy for service; and was a major contributor to pre-war naval aviation's attack doctrine. Further; the sacrifices made by the aircrew who flew the TBD in combat through June 1942 deserves volumes written about them to help us remember what happened. Barrett Tillman's book is very good; but I feel the subject deserves a larger work. I was impressed with the photos of men like Lem Massey; Gene Lindsey; Art Ely; and etc.; but seeing them brought this feeling up in me all the more. I do recommend Mr. Tillman's book as an excellent effort overall- many people may feel as if my complaints about the shortness of an otherwise fine work is nothing more than a quibble- but I do feel the subject is worthy of the extra effort.
