Danger Close eBook Michael Yon
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Danger Close is the childhood story of war correspondent Michael Yon.
Spanning Yon’s formative years, from the devastation he felt at the loss of his mother at age seven to becoming a Green Beret at 19, Danger Close opens with a proverbial bang. In Ocean City, Maryland, the author is forced to defend himself in hand-to-hand combat and accidentally kills his assailant.
In youth, Michael catches alligators with his bare hands in the state he loves, Florida, which prepares him well for the long years ahead downrange in Iraq, Afghanistan, and beyond.
Fans of his internationally acclaimed first-person dispatches from the front lines, as well as from Thailand, the Philippines, Japan and elsewhere, should not miss the riveting story of his early life and adventures. It is a wonder that he survived.
This is the 5th edition of his first published work.
Praise for Michael Yon
“Fearless…[Yon] provides a candid, Soldier’s-eye view…from the very unique perspective of being there with them for weeks and months at a time…delv[ing] deep into the human component.” -- General (ret.) David Petraeus, former director of the CIA
“Yon would cover Soldiers the old-fashioned way He goes down the back alleys and bad roads.” -- Joe Galloway, author of We Were Soldiers Once…and Young.
“His blog inspired so much buzz that by last month only 83 other blogs, out of about 26 million on the Internet, received more links from other websites.” -- Los Angeles Times,
“[Michael Yon]…rack[ed] up more time embedded with combat units than any other journalist” -- New York Times
“Cuts through the fog of war…vivid…shocking and mesmerizing.” -- The Boston Herald
“Michael Yon brings it…If you want to know what is going on in the war, read him.” Thomas Ricks, author of Fiasco.
Danger Close eBook Michael Yon
Wow! What a tale! Yon crafts a great story out of his introduction to maturity and the military life. I was a little irritated by his jumping back and forth, but eventually I got the hang of it and found that it enhanced the story more than a straight time line would have.I heartily recommend this book to anyone who either wants to understand Michael Yon better or who just enjoys military coming of age stories.
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Danger Close eBook Michael Yon Reviews
An outstanding book. Engaging stories, excellent writing, compelling subject. With so many books in the world, I seldom read one twice. This one is worth the second reading.
The thing I will remember most about this book is that, surprisingly, it was a deeply touching tribute to his mother. The military stuff is all extremely interesting, to the point where you won't be able to put it down. But the book goes far deeper. It's a timeless story from the heart -- one that every son wishes he could write for his mother. On the outside, the author is a tough-as-nails soldier. But on the inside, he's still a little boy who continually reaches back to his mother's love to guide him through life. This is as it should be. God bless all the good mothers of the world.
Yon is a fascinating person. I'd like my grandson to read this book for the lessons about life that come from Yon's story. We could all profit from a bit of audacity.
Michael Yon is a modern Lowell Thomas, Harry Reasoner except with more 'vigorous' credentials. Tell it like it is.
The Author's life, adventures and feelings on full display - felt like I walked with him through all of it (though I an positive i ciuld not have kept up with him on much of it!)
As a father, many nerves hit. Inspired me to try harder and do better.
Viola is worth the price of the book, and it validates Yon's place on the 'favorites' bar. I look forward to the book he writes about his embeddments. His description of military training and the command operations are confidence-inspiring. He never makes excuses, while describing attribute forming events
Lack of bravado is the mark of great character, and Michael Yon has hit the nail squarely on its head. Don't expect any soldier of fortune nonsense, this book is about respect for oneself and for those in your charge, the love of a mother and zest for life. My wonderful father was a Korean War Marine who spent almost two years recovering from wounds, yet we never heard him chastise his enemy of express disdain for the Korean people, he never bragged or wore his heart on his sleeve and he loved my beautiful mother and his son's with all he had. Manhood is defined by your kindness and decency, and Mr. Yon drives this point home.
Wow! What a tale! Yon crafts a great story out of his introduction to maturity and the military life. I was a little irritated by his jumping back and forth, but eventually I got the hang of it and found that it enhanced the story more than a straight time line would have.
I heartily recommend this book to anyone who either wants to understand Michael Yon better or who just enjoys military coming of age stories.
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