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Sharp End: A Canadian Soldier's Story Hardcover – January 1, 1997

by James R. Davis (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 11 ratings
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  1. Print length
    270 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Douglas & McIntyre Ltd
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1997
  5. Dimensions
    6.25 x 1 x 9.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1550545884
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1550545883
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Douglas & McIntyre Ltd (January 1, 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 270 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1550545884
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1550545883
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.24 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1 x 9.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 11 ratings

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CH
5.0 out of 5 stars Needs Ten Stars.....
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2009
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Phenomenal read James. I wasn't able to put the book down. It is a great thing to hear the real story from the boots on the ground, rather than some reporter or politician. A better read than Marcinko's "Rogue Warrior" because there is less arrogance in your voice than in "Demo Dick's". I applaud your sense of humor as well. Glad to have read it.
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Bonnie Toews
5.0 out of 5 stars True Courage
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2000
In Davis' story, we finally come to see the fine calibre of men Canadian politicians have ruthlessly shamed with old "blame the many for the few bad apples." At last, the conditions our soldiers face on peacekeeping missions are revealed. Perhaps if more who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces would step forward and tell their stories, we would see how proud we can be of our Canadian peacekeepers, over and over again. Davis proves how valuable he is as a soldier along with all the Airborne he served with. He also demonstrates how callous the Canadian government is in its treatment of the armed forces that it sends on peacekeeping missions worldwide. What's more, Davis tells his story in his own voice, and that's also what makes his tale so mesmerizing.
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Nick Cross
5.0 out of 5 stars An Amazing Story
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2000
I am only 14, but as I read this story of danger and heroism I am touched. This detailed book of the Canadian Forces and one mans life as a sergeant is amazing. It has inspired me to join the Forces when I'm older. It is a book that every student should be required to read. It is a vivid story full of adventures. I read and found it great. I was looking for a book on the Canandian Army in the local library and found this book it looked very interesting so I checked it out. It's the best book I've read in my life!
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1.0 out of 5 stars Not for the literate...
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2000
I don't doubt that Davis has a story to tell. The problem, though, is that the book is so badly edited that the story suffers terribly. Personally, I think the editor of that book should be publicly flogged for doing such a horrendous job! Davis comes across as a semi-literate bumpkin, which I am sure he is really not.
A reasonable story, but a terrible read. Get it from the library if you must, but don't waste your money on this one.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Truth, at least
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2000
This book reveals story different than officials in US and Canada told us. I learned how easy I've been manipulated.
Page 167-168: The next morning, a report came in from the observers that no Serb mortars had fired that they were aware of. The trajectory was calculated and it was determined that the Bosnians had mortared their own children. For public relations purposes. Sure enough, the morning news in the city reported that the UN and their Serb allies had killed these children. We could not believe it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The most honest to gods words on the Canadian Infantry
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 1999
I read this book and I could not put it down! As an ex- canadian forces member everything he said is true and factual. I only hope there are more books like this cause if there are I'm sold! Bravo Zulu Davis!!!!
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Mark
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the read.
Reviewed in Canada on April 1, 2021
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Great book
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Mr. R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Peace Keeping in a War Zone
Reviewed in Canada on October 24, 2017
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Very good read from a soldier who actually experienced peace keeping in a war zone.
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