"Jungle Ghosts" is a gripping and evocative novel that immerses readers in the harrowing experiences of a soldier navigating the dense, perilous jungles of Vietnam. The author masterfully captures the essence of the environment, painting vivid pictures that transport readers back to 1969, a time marked by conflict and turmoil. From the very first page, the narrative pulls you in, allowing you to feel every step taken by the protagonist, Mann. The author’s attention to detail in describing the sights, sounds, and smells of the jungle creates a palpable sense of place that is both haunting and beautiful. You can almost hear the rustling leaves, feel the humidity clinging to your skin, and sense the ever-present danger lurking in the shadows. The emotional depth of the characters is another standout aspect of the book. Mann’s journey is not just a physical one; it’s also a profound exploration of fear, camaraderie, and the psychological toll of war. The author skillfully weaves together.. Read more
Larry Chambers - Author of Recondo and Death in the Ashaw Valley
"Jungle Ghosts" is a gripping and evocative novel that immerses readers in the harrowing experiences of a soldier navigating the dense, perilous jungles of Vietnam. The author masterfully captures the essence of the environment, painting vivid pictures that transport readers back to 1969, a time marked by conflict and turmoil. From the very first page, the narrative pulls you in, allowing you to feel every step taken by the protagonist, Mann. The author’s attention to detail in describing the sights, sounds, and smells of the jungle creates a palpable sense of place that is both haunting and beautiful. You can almost hear the rustling leaves, feel the humidity clinging to your skin, and sense the ever-present danger lurking in the shadows. The emotional depth of the characters is another standout aspect of the book. Mann’s journey is not just a physical one; it’s also a profound exploration of fear, camaraderie, and the psychological toll of war. The author skillfully weaves together.. Read more
Larry Chambers - Author of Recondo and Death in the Ashaw Valley
Good books can be read in several different ways and Trewyn’s Vietnam’s War of Hate is no exception. Many readers will read the book as autobiographical.
Rather than a quaint period piece. Vietnam’s War of Hate taps into a persistent and major schism that is still with us. Though military veterans are currently sacrosanct, anti-war activism has morphed into anti-police, anti-law enforcement. Trewyn observes that Antifa has now rendered law enforcement as controversial as military service. The events described in his book can provide police officers walking the streets of New York some comfort—knowing that others accepting the obligations of citizenship walked before them and prevailed.
James A. Stever - Vietnam veteran and retired University of Cincinnati professor who was involved in many of the anti-veteran battles
Good books can be read in several different ways and Trewyn’s Vietnam’s War of Hate is no exception. Many readers will read the book as autobiographical.
Rather than a quaint period piece. Vietnam’s War of Hate taps into a persistent and major schism that is still with us. Though military veterans are currently sacrosanct, anti-war activism has morphed into anti-police, anti-law enforcement. Trewyn observes that Antifa has now rendered law enforcement as controversial as military service. The events described in his book can provide police officers walking the streets of New York some comfort—knowing that others accepting the obligations of citizenship walked before them and prevailed.
James A. Stever - Vietnam veteran and retired University of Cincinnati professor who was involved in many of the anti-veteran battles
There are many books on the Vietnam War and more specifically on many of the individual battles. However, the story of Kham Duc has largely gone untold. And generally it is misunderstood. Both of the authors of this book have a unique perspective as McLeroy was actually in the battle and Sanders was briefed on the battle and actually took part in retaking the site two years later. And what follows in this book is the most detailed analysis of this crucial battle in May 1968, the reasons why it occurred, and the conclusion of the story when Kham Duc was retaken two years later. The rather intriguing title of “Bait” draws you in to the idea that what little the reader may know about the battle could be questioned and I can’t think of a more appropriate title. Kham Duc was a Special Forces camp located near the Laotian border that was used to train, equip, and dispatch local indigenous forces on patrols into Laos and the surrounding areas. About five miles south of the camp was a much.. Read more
The Military Enthusiast Book Club
There are many books on the Vietnam War and more specifically on many of the individual battles. However, the story of Kham Duc has largely gone untold. And generally it is misunderstood. Both of the authors of this book have a unique perspective as McLeroy was actually in the battle and Sanders was briefed on the battle and actually took part in retaking the site two years later. And what follows in this book is the most detailed analysis of this crucial battle in May 1968, the reasons why it occurred, and the conclusion of the story when Kham Duc was retaken two years later. The rather intriguing title of “Bait” draws you in to the idea that what little the reader may know about the battle could be questioned and I can’t think of a more appropriate title. Kham Duc was a Special Forces camp located near the Laotian border that was used to train, equip, and dispatch local indigenous forces on patrols into Laos and the surrounding areas. About five miles south of the camp was a much.. Read more
The Military Enthusiast Book Club
There are many books on the Vietnam War and more specifically on many of the individual battles. However, the story of Kham Duc has largely gone untold. And generally it is misunderstood. Both of the authors of this book have a unique perspective as McLeroy was actually in the battle and Sanders was briefed on the battle and actually took part in retaking the site two years later. And what follows in this book is the most detailed analysis of this crucial battle in May 1968, the reasons why it occurred, and the conclusion of the story when Kham Duc was retaken two years later. The rather intriguing title of “Bait” draws you in to the idea that what little the reader may know about the battle could be questioned and I can’t think of a more appropriate title. Kham Duc was a Special Forces camp located near the Laotian border that was used to train, equip, and dispatch local indigenous forces on patrols into Laos and the surrounding areas. About five miles south of the camp was a much.. Read more
The Military Enthusiast Book Club
There are many books on the Vietnam War and more specifically on many of the individual battles. However, the story of Kham Duc has largely gone untold. And generally it is misunderstood. Both of the authors of this book have a unique perspective as McLeroy was actually in the battle and Sanders was briefed on the battle and actually took part in retaking the site two years later. And what follows in this book is the most detailed analysis of this crucial battle in May 1968, the reasons why it occurred, and the conclusion of the story when Kham Duc was retaken two years later. The rather intriguing title of “Bait” draws you in to the idea that what little the reader may know about the battle could be questioned and I can’t think of a more appropriate title. Kham Duc was a Special Forces camp located near the Laotian border that was used to train, equip, and dispatch local indigenous forces on patrols into Laos and the surrounding areas. About five miles south of the camp was a much.. Read more
The Military Enthusiast Book Club
Why Vietnam: Reflections on the Effect of War, by Margaret Colbert Brown, is a very unique book, nothing like any book written on the Vietnam War in the past. At heart, I think the author is a poet. The book is filled with poetry written by soldiers, The US Army psychological Operations troops for the Vietnamese civilians and Viet Cong, and of course the Viet Cong themselves. She will often look at a subject, discuss it is some depth, and then add a poem that has some connection to the subject. This is not a poetry book; this is a history of the war mostly written by those who fought it. The poetry is used to show the tremendous emotion felt by those that were there and lived it. Maggie worked for several years with a lot of Vietnam vets at the Department of English and the Honors Program at Radford University, and that gave her opportunity to teach several honors sections of “Research and Reading” on the Vietnam War, and a good deal of the book is stories and anecdotes told by those.. Read more
Herb Friedman, Veteran and military historian
Why Vietnam: Reflections on the Effect of War, by Margaret Colbert Brown, is a very unique book, nothing like any book written on the Vietnam War in the past. At heart, I think the author is a poet. The book is filled with poetry written by soldiers, The US Army psychological Operations troops for the Vietnamese civilians and Viet Cong, and of course the Viet Cong themselves. She will often look at a subject, discuss it is some depth, and then add a poem that has some connection to the subject. This is not a poetry book; this is a history of the war mostly written by those who fought it. The poetry is used to show the tremendous emotion felt by those that were there and lived it. Maggie worked for several years with a lot of Vietnam vets at the Department of English and the Honors Program at Radford University, and that gave her opportunity to teach several honors sections of “Research and Reading” on the Vietnam War, and a good deal of the book is stories and anecdotes told by those.. Read more
Herb Friedman, Veteran and military historian
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Armoured Warfare in the Vietnam War
Historian and collector Michael Green shows in this fascinating and graphically illustrated book that the two wars that engulfed Indochina and North and South Vietnam over 30 years were far more armoured in nature than typically thought of. By skilful use of imagery and descriptive text he describes the many variants deployed and their contribution.… Read more...
