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Available Retailers:Author | Tom Brokaw |
Publisher | Random House |
Publication date | February 23, 2000 |
Print length | 464 pages |
Customer Reviews | ★★★★★ / 3,076 ratings |
The instant classic that changed the way we saw World War II and an entire generation of Americans, from the beloved journalist whose own iconic career has lasted more than fifty years.
In this magnificent testament to a nation and her people, Tom Brokaw brings to life the extraordinary stories of a generation that gave new meaning to courage, sacrifice, and honor.
From military heroes to community leaders to ordinary citizens, he profiles men and women who served their country with valor, then came home and transformed it: Senator Daniel Inouye, decorated at the front, fighting prejudice at home; Martha Settle Putney, one of the first black women to serve in the newly formed WACs; Charles Van Gorder, a doctor who set up a MASH-like medical facility in the middle of battle, then opened a small clinic in his hometown; Navy pilot and future president George H. W. Bush, assigned to read the mail of the enlisted men under him, who says that in doing so he "learned about life"; and many other laudable Americans.
To this generation that gave so much and asked so little, Brokaw offers eloquent tribute in true stories of everyday heroes in extraordinary times.
Praise for The Greatest Generation
"Moving . . . a tribute to the members of the World War II generation to whom we Americans and the world owe so much."
—The New York Times Book Review
"Full of wonderful, wrenching tales of a generation of heroes. Tom Brokaw reminds us what we are capable of as a people. An inspiring read for those who wish their spirits lifted."
—Colin L. Powell
"Offers welcome inspiration . . . It is impossible to read even a few of these accounts and not be touched by the book's overarching message: We who followed this generation have lived in the midst of greatness."
—The Washington Times
"Entirely compelling."
—The Wall Street Journal
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No, that's the worst generation.
Yawn.
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Bill Gross of Pimco wrote a piece on how lucky he considered himself in being a young man in America in the 1950's and benefitting from all the opportunities.
IMHO, and most unfortunately, the following quote is all that's promised us: "All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us." (Gandalf).
They raised gen x which is the greatest
Still waiting for your handouts ?