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Heart of a Patriot: How I Found the Courage to Survive Vietnam, Walter Reed and Karl Rove
A searing memoir of recovery and triumph by one of America's finest patriots.
Hardcover, 304 pages
Published
October 6th 2009
by Simon & Schuster
(first published 2009)
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I loved this book. Billy picked it up because my cousin used to work for Max in Georgia. Max is an inspiration and quite a character!
When I emailed my cousin about the book, this what she had to say:
"Yes, Max was amazing, and that was a big attraction for me. Being a DC brat, I guess it was just in my genes to go for a political job when the time arrived in my life. I never knew until after I got the job as chief of staff with Max that there were over 100 applicant...more
When I emailed my cousin about the book, this what she had to say:
"Yes, Max was amazing, and that was a big attraction for me. Being a DC brat, I guess it was just in my genes to go for a political job when the time arrived in my life. I never knew until after I got the job as chief of staff with Max that there were over 100 applicant...more
Heart of a Patriot, by Max Cleland
While reading "Heart of A Patriot," I kept turning to discuss certain points with my father, as I was continually inspired and amazed by Max Cleland. In this book he briefly describes his childhood and coming of age during the Kennedy era, which inspired him to get into politics. He then delves into his time in Vietnam and the subsequent grenade explosion that took his legs and arm. He spares nothing in recounting his recovery, both physica...more
While reading "Heart of A Patriot," I kept turning to discuss certain points with my father, as I was continually inspired and amazed by Max Cleland. In this book he briefly describes his childhood and coming of age during the Kennedy era, which inspired him to get into politics. He then delves into his time in Vietnam and the subsequent grenade explosion that took his legs and arm. He spares nothing in recounting his recovery, both physica...more
This book is an autobiography about a man who served in Vietnam and became a triple-amputee, Purple Heart recipient from a grenade explosion. He accounts his process of recovery, both physically and psychologically, initially at Walter Reed hospital, describing his strong desire to walk with prosthetic legs and to live independently. After discharge, he sought continued care at the VA of the 1970s, and accounts the horrors of care he received there. I have heard of these horrors from my patien...more
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If you are sickened by the chicanery of Vietnam draft dodgers currently or formerly slithering through the halls of Congress, (e.g. Dick Cheney) or Washington (W Bush, Rush Limbaugh, Bill O'Reilly, etc, this book will break your heart. A triple amputee from a horrible Vietnam event, the Republicans smeared a man who didn't dodge military service, to oust him from the Senate.
I was interested to read this author because its author, Max Cleland, is an alum of my undergraduate institution. Mr. Cleland is frequently cited among the school's most important alumni, but I knew very little about him. (However, the subtitle of the book mentions beating Karl Rove, which would have been enough enticement for me to read, had I not known of the author!)
The story of Max Cleland's unique and inspirational life was interesting, but marred by the quality of the narrative...more
The story of Max Cleland's unique and inspirational life was interesting, but marred by the quality of the narrative...more
The most interesting thing about this book is that he lays it all out there. He doesn't shy away from potentially embarrassing or not favorable stories about himself. He definitely isn't planning on another high profile gig where they would use this book against him.
Lynn Dolven
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An inspiring story - Max Cleland has overcome more than most of us would ever dread to fear in our lives. An illustration that sadly, politics isn't always about the truth.
This was a great motivational book about a vetran learning to heal. I learned a little more than I wanted to about the politics behind war but it was very motivational.
An honest read from a guy who has been through hell and back. You wish every autobiography was both this honest and open.
This book is inspiring. Max's story is one everyone should know.
As a veteran and a Democrat, it was great to hear about how he combined the two in his life. There are often times when people say you are Un-Patriotic if you are a Democrat. Max outlines how that is so far from the truth (neocon scare tactics?).
As a veteran and a Democrat, it was great to hear about how he combined the two in his life. There are often times when people say you are Un-Patriotic if you are a Democrat. Max outlines how that is so far from the truth (neocon scare tactics?).
Heart of a Patriot is a MUST read. Cleland had a front row seat to more than I thought. Great book
I just finished this book and found it immense interesting and poignant. The author, a triple-amputee from an accident during his tour of duty during the Vietnam War, talks about his life after being traumatically injured. He faces months of treatment at Walter Reed Hospital, months of trying to "walk" again, and has vivid memories of being in VA hospitals. He goes on to become the Head of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and later on become the Senator from Georgia. I chose to ...more
excellent story. Max Cleland is a hero indeed. What an incredible journey he has undertaken.
Autobiography of Vietnam war hero.
I live in Georgia and saw first hand the shameful behavior of Saxby Chambliss, a dishonorable Senator if there ever was one, as he lied and savaged this man who left three limbs in Viet Nam. It was the worst savaging of a patriot I have ever seen. Mr. Cleland has a chance to give his side of that experience. Republicans in Georgia, also, disparaged Mr. Cleland by saying it was his own ineptitude that caused the grenade that took his limbs to explode. Now, Mr. Cleland has set the record straight.
I wasn't expecting to like this book as much as I did. Max is quite an inspiration and his story is worth reading.
I enjoyed this book, especially the second half. I was very familiar with the first part as it seemed to be similar to Strong in the Broken Places.
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