It Doesn't Take a Hero: The Autobiography of General Norman Schwarzkopf
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
It Doesn't Take a Hero: The Autobiography of General Norman Schwarzkopf
By (Author) Norman Schwarzkopf
Random House USA Inc
Bantam Books Inc
2nd November 1993
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Biography: philosophy and social sciences
B
Physical Properties
Paperback
656
Width 107mm, Height 171mm, Spine 36mm
357g
Description
He set his star by a simple motto- duty, honor,country. Only rarely does history grant a singleindividual the ability, personal charisma, moralforce, and intelligence to command the respect,admiration, and affection of an entire nation. But sucha man is General H. Norman Schwarzkopf, commanderof the Allied Forces in the Gulf War. Now, in thisrefreshingly candid and typically outspokenautobiography, General Schwarzkopf reviews hisremarkable life and career- the events, the adventures, andthe emotions that molded the character and shapedthe beliefs of this uniquely distinguishedAmerican leader.
Reviews
"Remarkably emotional... a grippingbook."--The New York Times BookReview.
"A fine and lucid book, teemingwith vitality... Schwarzkopf is a compellingstoryteller.--Los Angeles Times.
"A must-read... a riveting reminder that one mancan influence major events."--DetroitFree Press.
"An excellent book by anexcellent man."--The WallStreet Journal
Author Bio
Norman Schwarzkopf (1934-2012) wascommander of the Allied Forces in the Gulf War.
