The War in the Pacific--A Retrospective
by Leon Cooper
Price: $9.95 USD. 11750 words.
Published on March 29, 2010. Nonfiction.
During WWII Boat Group Commander Leon Cooper, ferried troops in invasions of Japanese-held islands. His experiences led him to question American leadership, questions that still haunt him. In this book Cooper gives new insight into the conflict by:
Showing why “island-hopping” & divided commands led to needless American casualties;
Revealing Douglas MacArthur as an arrogant, vainglory general
Location: United States
Member Since: Feb. 05, 2010
Leon Cooper
Biography
A published writer of fiction and nonfiction,including screenplays.Winners of awards
A varied work career--CEO of two companies--one to market my patented inventions, many used worldwide; another, a computer company that developed proprietary software; CFO of major corporations; Masters Degree in Business & Government; A WWII combat vet, taking part in six major battles. These experiences were the basis for my writings.
A varied work career--CEO of two companies--one to market my patented inventions, many used worldwide; another, a computer company that developed proprietary software; CFO of major corporations; Masters Degree in Business & Government; A WWII combat vet, taking part in six major battles. These experiences were the basis for my writings.
Where to find Leon Cooper online
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Where to buy in print
Books
90 Day Wonder
by Leon Cooper
Price: $9.95 USD. 68500 words. Published on March 8, 2010. Fiction.
A young Naval officer clashes with his angry, dangerous Captain during WWII, leading to a vindictive order that kills all on the mission. After the war, the young man seeks to even his score. But he has promised his dying wife to “leave vengeance to the Lord.” In a bizarre twist, he keeps his promise, while the Captain spends his life, fearing someone will disclose his “dirty secret".
Price: $9.95 USD. 68500 words. Published on March 8, 2010. Fiction.
A young Naval officer clashes with his angry, dangerous Captain during WWII, leading to a vindictive order that kills all on the mission. After the war, the young man seeks to even his score. But he has promised his dying wife to “leave vengeance to the Lord.” In a bizarre twist, he keeps his promise, while the Captain spends his life, fearing someone will disclose his “dirty secret".