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9780595339877: Revelation: A Novel of the Vietnam War
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ISBN 10: 0595339875 ISBN 13: 9780595339877
Editorial: iUniverse, 2005

Sinopsis

Ricks captures Vietnam's dust, heat, and 'fog of war' as only someone who was there can do. His book took me back in a heartbeat: It was so vivid I could almost SMELL it again!-Ross Rainwater, LTC, Aviation, USA (Retired), 1st Cavalry Division, 1970?71Set in the dust, heat, forests and mud of Vietnam's Central Highlands, Revelation is a story drawn from actual historical events. The conflict, the action is real.When Army Captain John Davis gets the chance at his own command during the latter days of the Vietnam War, he eagerly accepts the job. Unknown to him, the men of his new unit murdered the officer who had the command before him. These killers have not been identified or caught. Davis' new boss never even told him of the crime.Dealing with internal unit conflicts, external bureaucratic indifference and his own fears and weaknesses, he must still carry on with the assigned mission. In a series of dangerous situations, Davis is at risk, but are these the hazards of war or more murder attempts? Will he ever be reunited with the woman he loves?

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Reseña del editor

"Ricks captures Vietnam's dust, heat, and 'fog of war' as only someone who was there can do. His book took me back in a heartbeat: It was so vivid I could almost SMELL it again!"--Ross Rainwater, LTC, Aviation, USA (Retired), 1st Cavalry Division, 1970-71

Set in the dust, heat, forests and mud of Vietnam's Central Highlands, Revelation is a story drawn from actual historical events. The conflict, the action is real.

When Army Captain John Davis gets the chance at his own command during the latter days of the Vietnam War, he eagerly accepts the job. Unknown to him, the men of his new unit murdered the officer who had the command before him. These killers have not been identified or caught. Davis' new boss never even told him of the crime.

Dealing with internal unit conflicts, external bureaucratic indifference and his own fears and weaknesses, he must still carry on with the assigned mission. In a series of dangerous situations, Davis is at risk, but are these the hazards of war or more murder attempts? Will he ever be reunited with the woman he loves?

Biografía del autor

Ned B. Ricks was commissioned into the US Army from college. His military service included duty in Germany, Panama and Vietnam. In 1993, he retired from the military with 25 years commissioned service.His personal photos of the Vietnam War are included in the National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum in Chicago.

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Editorial
iUniverse
Año de publicación
2005
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Inglés
ISBN 10 
0595339875
ISBN 13 
9780595339877
Encuadernación
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Número de páginas
244
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