George S. Patton: A Biography (Greenwood Biographies)

by David A. Smith (Author)

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When many Americans think of George S. Patton, they conjure the image of George C. Scott. Yet the movie could only tell a compressed version of Patton's remarkable life. This book presents the full complexity of one of America's most famous generals. Patton began as a young man from a privileged background and loving family. He struggled to overcome what was probably a learning disability to gain entrance into West Point, and began a storied career as a soldier, one that would lead him into confrontations in Mexico, the Argonne Forest in World War I, and virtually everywhere in the European Theatre of World II, where his world renown exploded. Along the way, he found time to become a devoted family man, as well as an expert horseman and fencer. He even represented the United States in the Olympics.

This book also includes a thorough bibliography of print and electronic sources to aid further research. A timeline plots the key events in Patton's life and career. Accessible to students and general readers, this biography looks at Patton the soldier and Patton the man, and is perfect for those interested in the general's life, World War II, and the U.S. military in the early and mid-20th century.

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"[A] brief and engaging life of General George S. Patton."-The Journal of Military History

"ÝA¨ brief and engaging life of General George S. Patton."-The Journal of Military History

?[A] brief and engaging life of General George S. Patton.?-The Journal of Military History

About the Author

DAVID ANDREW SMITH is a Lecturer in History at Baylor University.

Series: Greenwood Biographies
Hardcover: 160 pages
Publisher: Greenwood (November 30, 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0313323534
ISBN-13: 978-0313323539
Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 0.4 x 9.2 inches
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Average Customer Review: 8 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,984,141 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #709 in Books > History > Military > Life & Institutions
- #4343 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Leaders & Notable People > Military > World War II
- #5422 in Books > Textbooks > Humanities > History > Military

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The eternal warrior

ByAmazon Customeron April 12, 2013

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Gen. George S. Patton Jr, was an incredible contradiction. On the one hand, an incredibly gifted military leader, and on the other a man who prayed fervently to the Lord. It is as though Patton existed on a different level from his fellow generals in the war. It seems to me that Gen. Patton lived for the fight, peacetime held nothing for him. When he was disciplined for striking a soldier in a hospital, it doesn't seem to that his motives were wrong. But his methods were indeed incorrect. Gen. George S Patton's death at the end of the war, was all together tragic, but in a strange way not inappropriate. As I mentioned before, a world of peace held nothing for him. He was not a politcal figure as Gen. Eisenhower was, and by his own admission, had no interest in politics. Gen. Patton's world was the world of warfare, I don't think he could have existed in any other world. JRV

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Library Book

ByGail M. Buchananon February 14, 2015

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Some interesting facts, but it was disturbing to find that it was a library book that had not been returned!!! I don't approve of that method of making money.

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Five Stars

ByHannahon September 23, 2014

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Understand that Bill O'Reilly has a new book coming out "Killing Patton".

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Five Stars

ByChris C.on March 17, 2015

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Perfect even better then the other we ordered

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A Man Who Lived Many Lives Over The Ages

Byrichard e whitelockon October 18, 2010

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What a marvelous story of American and Allied history during the World War II. I think most American students are under the impression that it was mainly America against the Axis powers and Japan. We played an important role, but along came Patton and his arch-rival Montgomery of England. And the sand that forms the oyster was put into play with competition between these two warriors. I think MacArthur was the greater planner, but no one matches Patton's willingness to lead by example and literally get in your face. It takes an egomaniac to perform the role of General Patton, and he did it well. So much history which is currently lost to the archives due to lack of space or trivialized in today's slanted text books comes alive in Patton. Read about how he saw and interpeted events. Factual or not in many instances, it is still what drove him to become one of America's greatest field generals. And like MacArthur, he fades away in history, and thanks to the written word, he will never be forgotten, nor should he. He gave his all for his country and he did it well and proudly. It tells things as they actually were and not as the politicians or biographers with agendas would lead you to believe. God bless America and all the free world. George Patton came from a different time in history and culture. And God bless George Patton who gave his all to protect the freedoms of the world.

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Wimpy !

ByLaura Dixonon April 21, 2013

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This book was purchased as a gift. For the high price, I expected a much larger piece of work given to this man!

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Excellent Biography

ByDanielZon July 26, 2014

Format: Hardcover

I have a kid who is really into history. This book was perfect for him for a book report. Not too long and just the right amount of detail. For example, we didn't know George Patton's grandfather was a confederate soldier who died in the civil war.
David A. Smith (book author) if you are reading this review, please write some more biography books. We love your writing style.

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plaudits from pleased patton patron

ByA customeron February 20, 2004

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This book is a concise and thorough overview of one of America's most studied and discussed generals. Mr. Smith has seemingly brought Gen. Patton back to life with his vivid descriptions and page turning narrative. Kudos to Mr. Smith for his unbiased approach to his subject. This is a great book.

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