The Ties That Blind [Paperback]

Arnold A. Gibbs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2, 2004

The Ties That Blind is quiteappropriate to the time in consideration of the present growth of interest inreligious and spiritual matters. Additionally, much of the story's prophetic content is extremelyrelevant to the events of September 11, 2001, although the book was completedprior to that date. The author skillfully depicts therealities of racial prejudice; much of the violence being recounted from hisexperience, while driving home the point that love always conquers hate. It is a true inspiration to people of faith, criminal justice practitioners, and those who fight for racial equality andbrotherly love Arnold Gibbs is a Vietnam veteranand a of the Miami Police Department's Medal of Honor. He was raised in the "Liberty City" projectsand knows, first hand, of the realities depicted in his novel. He has been a Christian for 25 years and isdedicated to his faith. All of thesefactors combine to provide the ingredients for a story that is a must read forpeople of faith, criminal justice practitioners, war veterans and activists forracial equality and harmony. There are not many authors whoare as qualified and capable to bring to the reader such compelling drama as inThe Ties That Blind.

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About the Author

Arnold Gibbs was raised andeducated in Miami, Fl. where he received his Bachelors Degree from BarryUniversity and Master Degree, (Management) from St. Thomas University. He is also a graduate of the F.B.I. NationalAcademy. He is a decorated U.S. Armyveteran, serving for three years, including one year in the Vietnam War. He has also received many commendationsthroughout his law enforcement career and is a recipient of the Miami PoliceDepartment's Medal of Honor. At age 22, he joined the MiamiPolice Department and was promoted through the ranks, becoming Assistant Chiefin 1991. He was appointed Chief of theCape Coral Police Department on February 22, 1994

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: AuthorHouse (January 2, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1410792978
• ISBN-13: 978-1410792976
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,566,290 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Love Casts out Fear, April 15, 2004

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Pamela M. (Cape Coral, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ties That Blind (Hardcover)

Arnold's portrayal of the pains of prejudice inflicted on the innocent broke my heart, but with each turn of the page he showed how love, honor and loyalty to one's beliefs can overcome even the most deeply inbedded hatred.
A truly inspiring story you won't want to put down!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting but Sobering, March 31, 2004

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Dennis G. (Cape Coral, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ties That Blind (Hardcover)

I couldn't stop reading it once I started and it has some surprises. Not only is it an interesting story but it was emotionally sobering with it's all too real depiction of racial predjudice in America. However, it is clear, the author doesn't have an axe to grind on the issue of racial predjudice. Highly recommended reading! Enjoyed it!

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read for Vietnam Vets, September 16, 2004

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John B. Williams - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Ties That Blind (Paperback)

I found the book to be engrossing and well done. Anyone who wants to live the Vietnam experience should read this book.