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I don’t read much… at least material that comes in the form of a book. And, whenever I do read I insist that it be in the form of some geeky computer book that doesn’t ‘waste my time.’ It’s sad, but I feel guilty if I just sit down and read The Lord of The Rings or something worthless like that. What is the point? I guess it is the entrepreneurial / workaholic spirit of mine.
Well, after several friends and family members gave rave reviews to Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10 I decided it was something worth taking the time to read. Needless to say I was not in the least bit disappointed.
This description puts it much better than I ever could:
This gripping, inspiring take-no-prisoners combat memoir of Navy Seal Marcus Luttrell, the lone survivor from his unit during Operation Redwing, a post-9/11 military operation on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, grabs the listener from the opening lines and won’t let go. Unabashedly patriotic and unapologetic, it is a testament to the power of duty and honor, commitment to country, and enduring bonds forged by teammates. Kevin Collins’s galvanizing performance as Luttrell takes us from his youth on an East Texas horse ranch to Seal training in Coronado, to fighting the Taliban in remote, isolated villages. With a slight Texas accent, Collins exudes the confidence and strength of a young warrior going into battle, determined to protect and defend. With almost spitting anger, he conveys the dilemma of soldiers committed to honoring ³rules of engagement,² knowing the enemy does not follow those same rules. This masterful production transcends political persuasion. M.H.N. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine– Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine
Buy it and read it.
on October 2nd, 2008 at 6:43 pm
Rick thanks for the tip. I will check it out. I would like to pass a suggestion on to you. You have go to read “House to House: A Soldier’s Memoir” by SSG David Bellavia. It is the best book I’ve read this year. I will warn you, it’s graphic….but it really gives you an idea what our soldier’s are going through.