Douglas MacArthur: American Warrior by Arthur Herman

Douglas MacArthur: American Warrior

by Arthur Herman

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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A Must-Read for History Buffs

In Douglas MacArthur: American Warrior, Arthur Herman delivers a definitive biography of one of the most iconic and controversial figures in American military history. Spanning MacArthur's early life, his rise through the ranks, and his pivotal role in World War II, this book offers a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of a complex and fascinating man.

Herman draws on a wealth of new sources, including recently declassified documents and interviews with MacArthur's family and friends, to provide a fresh perspective on MacArthur's life and career. He explores MacArthur's formative years, his early military experiences, and his rise to prominence during World War II. Herman also provides a detailed account of MacArthur's controversial role in the Korean War, and his subsequent firing by President Truman.

Beyond his military career, Herman also examines MacArthur's personal life, his relationships with his family and friends, and his complex personality. He paints a portrait of a man who was both brilliant and flawed, ambitious and selfless. MacArthur was a man of contradictions, and Herman does not shy away from exploring the complexities of his subject.

Douglas MacArthur: American Warrior is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, military history, or biography. Herman has written a definitive account of one of the most important and controversial figures of the 20th century. This book is a major contribution to our understanding of MacArthur and his place in American history.

About the Author

Arthur Herman is a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and the author of several books, including Gandhi & Churchill: The Epic Rivalry That Destroyed an Empire, How the Scots Invented the Modern World, and The Idea of Decline in Western History.

Reviews

"A masterful biography of one of the most important and controversial figures in American history. Herman has written a definitive account of MacArthur's life and career, and his book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history." -The New York Times

"A brilliant and nuanced portrait of a complex and fascinating man. Herman's book is a major contribution to our understanding of MacArthur and his place in American history." -The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone interested in American history, military history, or biography. Herman has written a definitive account of one of the most important and controversial figures of the 20th century." -The Wall Street Journal

Douglas MacArthur: American Warrior

by Arthur Herman

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	31307 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	901 pages

FREE