Memories of Maggie: A Legend Spanning 3 Wars (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

"An inspiring book about a remarkable woman whose heart was larger than her nickname Big Mouth." -- Jim Collins, The NCO Journal

"Thank you for telling an important story--in fact, recording American History." -- William Westmoreland, Gen., Ret.

"Your book is a wonderful reminder of Raye's valiant work on behalf of America's armed forces." -- President Bill Clinton

Product Description

Nonfiction: Martha Raye was best known for her bizarre humor, acting, and jazz singing. Troops knew her as a nurse in war-zone operating rooms and an entertainer at remote firebases where, while under fire, she comforted severely wounded soldiers in foxholes. Fortin writes of the deep appreciation and love thousands of veterans had for Martha Raye. For more than fifty years, her care for troops as individuals exceeded her role as entertainer.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 325 pages
• Publisher: Langmarc Publishing; First Printing edition (June 25, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1880292181
• ISBN-13: 978-1880292181
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,838,734 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A unique lady, August 21, 2002

By A Customer

Noonie wrote the book about Colonel Maggie that I once hoped I could have written, but could never have applied the dedication and skill that the author brought to the project. I'm glad I could be included in the book, both in text and photo, because it keeps me linked with this special, complex, unique lady who so influenced by life. My respect for her knows no bounds, and she will always be in my heart. Thanks, Noonie. Bruce Jones of Modesto, CA; Saigon Military Intelligence, 1967-1968; author of "War Without Windows" Vanguard Press and Berkley Publishing Group.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo!, May 21, 2001

By	Diana J. Dell (Boston) - See all my reviews

Noonie Fortin deserves a standing ovation for her wonderful book about a great American woman and patriot. Sincerely, Diana Dell, author, "A Saigon Party: And Other Vietnam War Short Stories."

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this book because it was so informative., May 22, 1998

By A Customer

Martha Raye fans will love this book. It's written in an easy to read style with a good balance of narration and dialog. I really didn't know very much about Martha Raye before I read Fortin's book. Now I feel as though I've known her personally. But the best compliment I think I can give this book is that when my husband, a Viet Nam veteran, saw what I was reading, he smiled and said, "Well, someone finally wrote about Martha Raye!" He was thrilled--as I'm sure other veterans are. He read the book and loved it. Fortin tells how this woman touched our American soliders. I'd recommend it for any adult or young person and think it would make a great addition to school and public libraries. Fortin is to be commended not just on her writing but her research.