My Detachment
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My Detachment
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Author : Tracy Kidder
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2005-09-06
My Detachment written by Tracy Kidder and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-09-06 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
My Detachment is a war story like none you have ever read before, an unromanticized portrait of a young man coming of age in the controversial war that defined a generation. In an astonishingly honest, comic, and moving account of his tour of duty in Vietnam, master storyteller Tracy Kidder writes for the first time about himself. This extraordinary memoir is destined to become a classic. Kidder was an ROTC intelligence officer, just months out of college and expecting a stateside assignment, when his orders arrived for Vietnam. There, lovesick, anxious, and melancholic, he tried to assume command of his detachment, a ragtag band of eight more-or-less ungovernable men charged with reporting on enemy radio locations. He eventually learned not only to lead them but to laugh and drink with them as they shared the boredom, pointlessness, and fear of war. Together, they sought a ghostly enemy, homing in on radio transmissions and funneling intelligence gathered by others. Kidder realized that he would spend his time in Vietnam listening in on battle but never actually experiencing it. With remarkable clarity and with great detachment, Kidder looks back at himself from across three and a half decades, confessing how, as a young lieutenant, he sought to borrow from the tragedy around him and to imagine himself a romantic hero. Unrelentingly honest, rueful, and revealing, My Detachment gives us war without heroism, while preserving those rare moments of redeeming grace in the midst of lunacy and danger. The officers and men of My Detachment are not the sort of people who appear in war movies–they are the ones who appear only in war, and they are unforgettable.
Detachments
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Author : Jacqueline Sewell
language : en
Publisher: Balboa Press
Release Date : 2017-02-27
Detachments written by Jacqueline Sewell and has been published by Balboa Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-02-27 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
When author Jacqueline Sewell was five years old, she witnessed a traumatic event. Her father ferociously stabbed her mother seven times. Though her mother survived, that event affected Jacquelines life in many ways for years to come. In Detachments, she shares important and impactful stories from her life, beginning with this early event, where she learned the painful lessons of detachment. The universe has its own peculiar way of shuffling our lives. When our true self, our soul, sleeps in the false reality created by the ego, by the forces of our physical body, and through it drags us into the illusions of materiality. Most often, we will not learn by example; but by undergoing the painful trials of life. Thus, in the majority of time, we will only search for any kind of spiritual help when facing some kind of suffering. This is when the tumult of changes come to restructure our most intimate creations. Forcing us to move into a new direction that will show the path of self-awakening. Narrating how she navigates her course to self-discovery, Jacqueline inspires others to face lifes challenges with resignation and to reflect upon those events that are shaping the soul for a better version of itself.
Narrative Of The Operations Of A Detachment In An Expedition To Candy In The Island Of Ceylon
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Author : Arthur Johnston
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2023-10-22
Narrative Of The Operations Of A Detachment In An Expedition To Candy In The Island Of Ceylon written by Arthur Johnston and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-22 with History categories.
Arthur Johnston's 'Narrative of the Operations of a Detachment in an Expedition to Candy, in the Island of Ceylon' is a gripping firsthand account of a military expedition set in the lush landscapes of Ceylon. Johnston's literary style is characterized by a detailed and immersive narration of the events, giving readers a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs faced by the detachment. The book provides a valuable insight into the historical context of colonial warfare in Ceylon, shedding light on the strategies and tactics employed by the military forces. Johnston's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of the expedition make this book a compelling read for history buffs and military enthusiasts alike. Arthur Johnston, a seasoned military officer, drew upon his personal experiences in Ceylon to write this narrative. His firsthand knowledge of the expedition adds credibility to the account, providing readers with a unique perspective on the events that unfolded. Johnston's expertise in military tactics and his passion for storytelling converge in this captivating book, offering readers a glimpse into a lesser-known chapter of colonial history. I highly recommend 'Narrative of the Operations of a Detachment in an Expedition to Candy, in the Island of Ceylon' to anyone interested in military history, colonial warfare, or historical narratives. Johnston's meticulous research and immersive storytelling make this book a valuable addition to any collection of historical literature.
The Memoirs Of Baron De Marbot
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Author : Jean-Baptiste-Antoine-Marcelin baron de Marbot
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1893
The Memoirs Of Baron De Marbot written by Jean-Baptiste-Antoine-Marcelin baron de Marbot and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1893 with Europe categories.
Publication Fund Series
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1874
Publication Fund Series written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1874 with Local history categories.
Narrative Of The Operations Of A Detachment In An Expedition To Candy In The Island Of Ceylon In The Year 1804
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Author : Arthur Johnston
language : en
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Release Date : 2018-09-20
Narrative Of The Operations Of A Detachment In An Expedition To Candy In The Island Of Ceylon In The Year 1804 written by Arthur Johnston and has been published by BoD – Books on Demand this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-20 with Fiction categories.
Reproduction of the original: Narrative of the Operations of a Detachment in an Expedition to Candy, in the Island of Ceylon, in the Year 1804 by Arthur Johnston
Publication Fund Series
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Author : New-York Historical Society
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1874
Publication Fund Series written by New-York Historical Society and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1874 with Local history categories.
Message From The President Of The United States To The Two Houses Of Congress At The Commencement Of The Session Of The Congress With Reports Of The Heads Of Departments And Selections From Accompanying Documents
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Author : United States. President
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1860
Message From The President Of The United States To The Two Houses Of Congress At The Commencement Of The Session Of The Congress With Reports Of The Heads Of Departments And Selections From Accompanying Documents written by United States. President and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1860 with Executive departments categories.
Report Of The Select Committee On That Portion Of The President S Message Relating To The Condition Of The South
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1875
Report Of The Select Committee On That Portion Of The President S Message Relating To The Condition Of The South written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1875 with Louisiana categories.
Report Of The Secretary Of War Which Accompanied The Annual Message Of The President Of The United States To Both Houses Of The Congress
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1905
Report Of The Secretary Of War Which Accompanied The Annual Message Of The President Of The United States To Both Houses Of The Congress written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1905 with categories.