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An engrossing account of the myth and legend of George S. Patton and what his reputation illuminates about American culture and hero worship

Patton's Shadow by Nathan C. Jones, a leading authority on George S. Patton, offers a definitive account... Read Full Overview

General George S. Patton's legendary image was carefully crafted during World War II and continues to shape our understanding of American history and culture today. Historian Nathan C. Jones explores the creation of the Patton legend and its enduring legacy in Patton's... Read Full Overview