The greatest generation
(Large Print)
In this magnificent testament to a nation and her people, Tom Brokaw brings to life the extraordinary stories of a generation that gave new meaning to courage, sacrifice, and honor.
From military heroes to community leaders to ordinary citizens, he profiles men and women who served their country with valor, then came home and transformed it: Senator Daniel Inouye, decorated at the front, fighting prejudice at home; Martha Settle Putney, one of the first black women to serve in the newly formed WACs; Charles Van Gorder, a doctor who set up a MASH-like medical facility in the middle of battle, then opened a small clinic in his hometown; Navy pilot and future president George H. W. Bush, assigned to read the mail of the enlisted men under him, who says that in doing so he “learned about life”; and many other laudable Americans.
To this generation that gave so much and asked so little, Brokaw offers eloquent tribute in true stories of everyday heroes in extraordinary times.
Praise for The Greatest Generation
“Moving . . . a tribute to the members of the World War II generation to whom we Americans and the world owe so much.”—The New York Times Book Review
“Full of wonderful, wrenching tales of a generation of heroes. Tom Brokaw reminds us what we are capable of as a people. An inspiring read for those who wish their spirits lifted.”—Colin L. Powell
“Offers welcome inspiration . . . It is impossible to read even a few of these accounts and not be touched by the book’s overarching message: We who followed this generation have lived in the midst of greatness.”—The Washington Times
“Entirely compelling.”—The Wall Street Journal
Brokaw, T. (1998). The greatest generation. 1st large print ed. New York, Published by Random House Large Print in association with Random House.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Brokaw, Tom. 1998. The Greatest Generation. New York, Published by Random House Large Print in association with Random House.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Brokaw, Tom, The Greatest Generation. New York, Published by Random House Large Print in association with Random House, 1998.
MLA Citation (style guide)Brokaw, Tom. The Greatest Generation. 1st large print ed. New York, Published by Random House Large Print in association with Random House, 1998.
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