One of World War II's most brilliant and controversial generals; George S. Patton (1885-1945) fought in North Africa and Sicily; as commander of the Third Army; spearheaded the Allies' spectacular 1944-1945 sweep through France; Belgium; and Germany. Martin Blumenson is the only historian to enjoy unlimited access to the vast Patton papers. his many books include Masters of the Art of Command (available from Da Capo Press) and Patton: The Man Behind the Legend.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Specific Glances at Steamboat passengersBy SteveThe book lives up to its title. It is an excellent example of a study of material remains and how they actually relate to the people who left them behind. The fascinating thing about shipwrecks and what material items they house; is that people did not get a chance to pick and choose what they left behind; such as when a Great Plains family left a sod house for their first frame house. Instead; everything they brought; except for that on their back; they were forced to leave behind. It is an instant snapshot of time; place; people; and lifestyle. Dr. Corbin has done an excellent job of explaining why she undertook this project; as well as explaining her conclusions. Granted; she was only able to research so much; but these brief "pictures" of lives gone before us; are illuminating. She does a fine job of bringing the historical record to bear on the artifactual evidence; and vice-versa. Not meant as a book for public consumption; it will have a welcoming audience in "students" of the past and the westward expansion of the United States. The only drawback is the "as usual" high price for a Plenum series book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Two StarsBy LHOWish it was affordable-I'd like to read it; but 158.00 for an ebook? Guess I will try the library!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. ExcellentBy Barto ArnoldAnnalies Corbin is one of the leading lights of US underwater archaeology. This book reflects her tremendous engergy and accomplished scholoarship. Accessible to the professional and the layman. Highly recommended for archaeologists; historians; and steamboat or old west enthusiasts.
