Focusing on the leadership of Commodore Arleigh Burke, this account details his pivotal role and the strategies employed by Destroyer Squadron 23 during World War II in the South Pacific. The narrative highlights Burke's innovative tactics that significantly contributed to the U.S. victory over the Japanese navy. The Uncommon Valor Reprint Edition enhances the reading experience with a comprehensive index and ten pages of maps, providing valuable context and insights into naval warfare during this critical period.
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- 2023
- 2022
Focusing on the triumphs of American capitalism, the narrative explores the innovative spirit and entrepreneurial drive that define the nation's economic landscape. It highlights key figures and transformative events that showcase the potential for success and growth within a capitalist framework. Through compelling anecdotes and insights, the story illustrates how ambition and determination can lead to remarkable achievements, making it a celebration of the American dream and the power of individual initiative.
- 2021
- 2021
Sedition, Sorcery, and Blasphemy-Poems About America
- 58bladzijden
- 3 uur lezen
The poems are full of compactness and a force of inspired imagination that provides a charming beauty to this poetry collection. The style of the poems is quite vivid and concrete.
- 2019
The Way Life Goes: PoetKen Song Lyrics 1980's
- 118bladzijden
- 5 uur lezen
This book contains archival material from the 1980s Austin Alternative Music scene, as seen though the lens of one band: Austin's Peace Corpse (later Corps) and their lead singer/ lyricist PoetKen Jones. In these pages you'll find a treasure trove of lyrics, flyers, photos, tape covers, press clippings and more that document what made the Austin scene of that era a breeding ground for future world renown acts ranging from as the Butthole Surfers to Daniel Johnston, and serves as a history lesson about Austin, the music business, poetry and life itself
- 2018
Life Expectancy
- 72bladzijden
- 3 uur lezen
Ken Jones brings us poetry from his days at University of Texas. These poems show us the beginnings of his unique style. Reflections on mortality and the purpose of life strike our poetic sensibilities with the iron claw of versifying. Jones is always strange, lucid yet puzzling, as well as a versatile poet armed with fricatives that echo like a science experiment.
- 2018
The Black Pearl Necklace
A Memoir Based on the South Sea Journals of Joanne Jones
- 132bladzijden
- 5 uur lezen
The narrative centers on Ken Jones and his wife, Joanne, as they confront the devastating reality of her breast cancer diagnosis in 2007, which has unexpectedly progressed despite being in remission. Faced with the news that Joanne has only two years to live, the story explores their emotional journey, the challenges of coping with terminal illness, and the impact on their lives together. It delves into themes of love, resilience, and the fragility of life in the face of overwhelming adversity.
- 2018
Destroyer Squadron 23
- 278bladzijden
- 10 uur lezen
Focusing on Commodore Arleigh Burke's leadership during World War II, this account details his innovative tactics and the pivotal role of Destroyer Squadron 23 in the South Pacific. The narrative highlights both Burke's strategic prowess and the bravery of the men and ships under his command, illustrating how their efforts were instrumental in overcoming the Japanese navy.
- 2017
Letters from the Skeleton Coast
- 124bladzijden
- 5 uur lezen
Set against the backdrop of 1942, the story unfolds as the Dunedin Star runs aground on the remote Skeleton Coast while en route to Egypt. Among the stranded passengers is Alison Habib, a Scottish woman journeying with her Egyptian doctor husband and their young daughter, Caroline. The narrative explores their struggles for survival and the challenges they face in a harsh and unforgiving landscape during wartime.
- 2015
Dormant Volcano: Still More Published Poems Vol. 3
- 90bladzijden
- 4 uur lezen
Exploring a diverse range of themes such as philosophy, poetry, and politics, this collection showcases Ken Jones' innovative approach to poetry. By blending traditional techniques with experimental elements, Jones engages readers with unexpected subjects. The collection maintains its intrigue throughout, with standout poems emerging in the latter sections, ensuring a captivating reading experience that keeps audiences engrossed from start to finish.