{"title":"Paul Jordan","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Paul Jordan, an esteemed author known for his insightful explorations into history and military life. Jordan's works stand out for their detailed narratives and compelling storytelling, drawing readers into the real-life experiences of soldiers and historical events that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eThe Easy Day Was Yesterday\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that delves deeply into the challenges and triumphs of military life. This well-researched tome offers a poignant look at the personal stories and historical contexts that are often overlooked in mainstream narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or someone fascinated by military tales, Paul Jordan's books provide a rich tapestry of knowledge and reflection. His writing not only educates but also offers a meaningful connection to the past, helping readers to appreciate the complexity and bravery of those who've served. Explore his collection today to uncover stories that are as educational as they are engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-easy-day-was-yesterday-by-paul-jordan-9781922387950","title":"The Easy Day Was Yesterday","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy SAS selection course instructor was as hard as nails. At the start of each day’s training, he would say, ‘Men, the easy day was yesterday.’ With that, we’d all let out a silent sigh contemplating the tortures that lay ahead of us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom his cage in a putrid, overcrowded Indian gaol, Paul Jordan reflects on a life lived on the edge and curses the miscalculation that robbed him of his freedom. His childhood, marred by the loss of his father and brother, produced a young man hell-bent on being the best of the best — an ambition he achieves by being selected to join the elite SAS. He survives the gut-wrenching training regime, deployment to the jungles of Asia and the horrors of genocide in Rwanda before leaving the army to embark on a career as a security adviser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis new life sees him pursuing criminals and gun-toting bandits in Papua New Guinea and the Solomons, protecting CNN newsmen as the US 7th Cavalry storms into Baghdad with the outbreak of the Iraq War, and facing death on a massive scale as he accompanies reporters into the devastated Indonesian town of Banda Aceh, flattened by the Boxing Day tsunami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring his 24 days in an Indian gaol, Paul Jordan discovers that friendship and human dignity somehow survive the filth and deprivation. This is a personal account of a tough, hardened fighter who suddenly finds himself totally dependent on others for his every need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Easy Day Was Yesterday\u003c\/em\u003e is fast-paced, brutally honest and raw, but laced with dark humour. The core of Paul Jordan’s eventful life, however, is the strength of his bonds with family and friends and the ability of the human spirit to survive even the direst adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46656304644332,"sku":"9781922387950","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12290623482872.jpg?v=1752477702"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/paul-jordan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}