books about: combats     books:       Chosen Soldier: The Making of a Special Forces Warrior34 reviews Dick Couch Three Rivers Press, 2008 As close as you can get to being there This is an excellent, no b.s. account by Dick Couch, himself a SEAL and fmr CIA Operative who writes without any ego driven agenda. He has been given excellent access by the Army. This clearly isn't written from a warm, dry desk. He goes into the cold, heat, and rain to get it right. Starting before training, Couch follows (runs alongside) the Special Forces "training process", which is more ...             By Schism Rent Asunder29 reviews David Weber Tor Books, 2008 One of the best David Weber yet! I am a long time David Weber fan and this is perhaps the novel that I enjoyed the most. I love the characters. They all, both the good and the bad seem very real. One of the most interesting things is how some of the "bad" characters are transformed into "good". And those on the wrong side of the conflict are not really evil. There is plenty of action but the book is not just one big battle ...             Dauntless (The Lost Fleet, Book 1)96 reviews Jack Campbell Ace, 2006 Writes like David Webber used to write I'll keep this short. This is the first "couldn't put it down" book I've read in a long time.             The Last Centurion21 reviews John Ringo Baen, 2008 It's the End of the World As We Know, and It's Grim This is a story of multiple disasters happening at once, two natural and one man-made, and how people coped. It's especially the story of one Army captain given impossible jobs, and how he coped. It is, by turns, grim, infuriating, exciting, and hilariously funny. The first natural disaster is an outbreak of killer flu, like the great influenza epidemic at the end of World War I. It ...             Valiant (The Lost Fleet, Book 4 of 6)35 reviews Jack Campbell Ace, 2008 Can't put it down I'm not one for writing reviews, so I'll just say I really like this series. Jack Campbell has been able to describe enough detail that I can see the scenes playing out in my mind. I can't wait for the last 2 books to come out.             Fearless (The Lost Fleet, Book 2)56 reviews Jack Campbell Ace, 2007 Rip Van Winkle in Space - Part 2 This is the second book in the Lost Fleet series and it does not disappoint. The space battles are presented in crisp clean prose, with believable attention to physics. The hero, John "Black Jack" Geary evolves and changes under pressure and even, with due discretion, acquires a girlfriend. There's stronger speculation about the existence of aliens as a driving force for the 100 year old war. ...             On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace91 reviews Dave Christensen Grossman, Loren W. Christensen PPCT Research Publications, 2007 On Combat WOW, this is a must read for anyone in the military or Law Enforcement. They cover things I had never before been told but should have. This will change the way you think and prepare for your daily task. A must read for everyone from a recruit to seasoned veteran.             Days of Infamy43 reviews Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen Thomas Dunne Books, 2008 Days of Infamy An interesting twist inspired by a real piece of history, Days of Infamy is a brilliant story that is hard to put down once you start. I have high standards in my reading recommendations, and this is a book that is worthy of my precious time. It will stir your imagination and your emotions, and will give you a keen appreciation of why there is a US Navy, and why there will always be a USS ...             On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society160 reviews Dave Grossman Back Bay Books, 1996 Must read for the military or police. This book, as many have stated, is great for understanding the psychology of someone returning from the battlefield. But for those who have yet to enter the battlefield, or will shortly find themselves returning, I suggest they read On Combat. That book deals much more with the subject of the physiology and psychology of the act of combat itself and how to prepare for it, rather than how to ...             The Steel Wave: A Novel of World War II26 reviews Jeff Shaara Ballantine Books, 2008 The Steel Wave Jeff Shaara is the best author I have read on the World Wars l and ll. They are historically accurate and the way he writes one learns history without having to read a dull history book. I did not want to put the book down. He writes in a way that you get completely immersed in the situations and action. I highly recommend this book as well as his others.             If I Die in a Combat Zone : Box Me Up and Ship Me Home32 reviews Tim O'Brien Broadway, 1999 Reluctant Participant Being much more familiar with Tim O'Brien's fiction, one may not know what to expect in his memoir about his tour of duty in Vietnam. Written in the same style with a wry sense of humor, O'Brien challenges the war in a way few have. Courage and morality are continuing themes that O'Brien explores through his actions as well as literary quotes. It is very clear that O'Brien was uncomfortable ...             Captain's Fury (Codex Alera, Book 4)49 reviews Jim Butcher Ace Hardcover, 2007 Excellent Captian's Fury is an excellent continuation of the very good series of books. A difficult book to put down once you start with enough twists to keep you guessing to the end yet not lose you along the way. Already anxious to get the next one.             Tactical Pistol Shooting10 reviews Lawrence Erik Krause Publications, 2005 Best Shooting Book for the Price We just finished reviewing 10 recent tactical shooting books (2000 to 2008) for an upcoming magazine article, and Lawrence's Tactical Pistol Shooting is light years ahead of all the others, regardless of price. If you spend $5,000 and go to Gunsite (we teach blade combat as one of the Yavapai modules), you will walk away with almost the same knowledge as buying Lawrence's book for under 20 ...             Hogs in the Shadows: Combat Stories from Marine Snipers in Iraq16 reviews Milo S. Afong Berkley Hardcover, 2007 Very Accurately Written coming from a HOG and OIF veteran. I served in 3rd Battalion 7th Marines Scout Sniper Plt. during Operation Iraqi Freedom 2-3 and knew many of the Scout Snipers included in the stories of this book. I could not put the book down, it was very accurately written, and portrays exactly what it takes to become and operate as a Scout Sniper in combat. It makes me even more proud to be a HOG and part of the very small community. I'd ...             Unleash the Warrior Within: Develop the Focus, Discipline, Confidence and Courage You Need to Achieve ...74 reviews Richard Machowicz Da Capo Press, 2002 Don't be put off by the packaging I ordered this book while on an Amazon shopping spree. When it arrived I stood there going "What was I thinking?". Navy SEALS, macho man on the cover, mean stare and a title that reads "Unleash the warrior.." Anyway, I've made some stupid purchases in the past, so at least it wasn't as if this was the first one. A few days later I got the flu and had to stay in bed for a few days, so I started ...             Complete Krav Maga: The Ultimate Guide to Over 200 Self-Defense and Combative Techniques36 reviews Darren Levine, John Whitman Ulysses Press, 2007 Great student hand book This is a great supplement to any student that is taking Krav Maga. Its impossible to get "it" all in class and having something to use as a manual at home is an asset to your training. Most instructors I have talked to also have this book and it covers a lot of what is in the instructors manual. its not all the trade secrets mind you but trimmed down and explained in a way that is perfect ...             The Man with the Iron Heart16 reviews Harry Turtledove Del Rey, 2008 Terrorism After the Victory in Europe The Man With the Iron Heart (2008) is a standalone alternate history novel set after the end of the war in Europe. In May, 1942, two Czechs attempted to assassinate Reinhard Heydrich on his way to the Castle of Prague. In the real world, they were successful. But not so in this tale. In February, 1943, the Reich was mourning the defeat at Stalingrad. Heydrich saw the possibility of losing ...             Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory & Technique123 reviews Renzo Gracie, Royler Gracie, ... Invisible Cities Press, 2001 Fine Example of Good Publishing This book is a prime example of good publishing. No hype, no gross fabrications, no commercial over-bounds. The information is presented in a concise, accurate, flowing format of color-coded, well-arranged photos with detailed text to enhance the learning process. Renzo Gracie has done his home work while being in the States, and with the help of John Danaher superior writing skills, coupled ...             Off Armageddon Reef113 reviews David Weber Tor Books, 2007 Devoured in two days I literally devoured this book over a weekend. I thought the premise was unique enough to grab my attention and the characters really popped off the pages. That in particular is the reason I read Weber. Being a stand-alone, it's not quite as daunting to pick up "Reef" as it is one of the Honor Harrington or War God books and it is still a good example of Webers writing.             LEADERSHIP AND TRAINING FOR THE FIGHT: A FEW THOUGHTS ON LEADERSHIP AND TRAINING FROM A FORMER SPECIAL ...25 reviews PAUL, R. HOWE AuthorHouse, 2005 Outstanding book by a true professional. Outstanding book by a true professional. MSG Howe is the real deal and an outstanding authority in his field. 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