The Quiet Warrior

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A Biography of Admiral Raymond A. Spruance

By Thomas B. Buell

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The Quiet Warrior by Thomas B. Buell is a compelling biography that delves into the life and career of Admiral Raymond A. Spruance, a significant figure in naval history. The book explores his strategic brilliance and unique leadership style during World War II, highlighting his quiet yet commanding influence in pivotal battles. Through detailed research, Buell paints a rich portrait of Spruance's professional and personal life, illustrating the complexities of his character and his lasting impact on military strategy.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in World War II history and enjoy biographies of influential military figures. It offers a deep dive into the life and career of a significant naval commander, providing insights into their strategic genius and the personal traits that made them a pivotal figure in wartime leadership.

Regarded as the standard biography of World War II naval hero Adm. Raymond A. Spruance, this work is now available in trade paperback for the first time.

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Regarded as the standard biography of World War II naval hero Adm. Raymond A. Spruance, this work is now available in trade paperback for the first time.

Spruance, victor of the battles of Midway and the Philippine Sea and commander of the Fifth Fleet in the invasions of the Gilberts, the Marshalls, the Marianas, and Okinawa, is one of the towering figures in American naval history. Yet his reserved, cerebral personality did not make "good copy" for correspondents, and until the publication of The Quiet Warrior he remained an elusive figure.

Thomas Buell has succeeded in evoking the nature of the man as well as recording the achievements of the admiral in this brilliant biography, which won the Alfred Thayer Mahan Award for Literary Achievement the year of its publication.

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The Quiet Warrior by Thomas B. Buell has been lauded for its detailed and insightful portrayal of Admiral Raymond A. Spruance's career and character. Reviewers praise Buell's research and the comprehensive narrative of Spruance's pivotal role in major naval battles during World War II. The book is noted for balancing technical detail with engaging storytelling, making it both informative and accessible to readers interested in military history and leadership.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781591140856

Publisher: Naval Institute Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 December 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: Naval Institute Press

Illustration: 20 b/w photos

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 560

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American & Canadian History Biography & Memoir Education & Reference History & Archaeology History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Political Biographies Thomas B. Buell

About the Author

Cdr. Thomas B. Buell, USN (Ret.) was a noted naval historian the author of several books, most notably Master of Seapower: A Biography of Fleet Admiral Ernest J. King and The Quiet Warrior: A Biography of Admiral Raymond A. Spruance. He died in 2003.