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Alan D. Gaff

    Questo autore è specializzato nella scrittura di storia militare, concentrandosi sulla narrazione dal campo di battaglia con un'enfasi sull'esperienza umana. Il suo lavoro è caratterizzato da una ricerca approfondita e dalla capacità di far rivivere il passato, offrendo ai lettori prospettive crude e schiette sugli eventi bellici. Attraverso i suoi libri, mira a catturare non solo gli aspetti strategici dei conflitti, ma, soprattutto, le esperienze e le emozioni degli individui che li hanno vissuti.

    Lou Gehrig: The Lost Memoir
    Field of Corpses: Arthur St. Clair and the Death of an American Army
    Lou Gehrig
    • Lou Gehrig's memoir, originally published in newspaper columns, followed by a biographical essay by historian Alan D. Gaff.

      Lou Gehrig
    • The book reveals the harrowing details of General Arthur St. Clair's catastrophic defeat against Native American forces in the Northwest Territory on November 4, 1791. In just three hours, St. Clair lost half of his troops and faced a devastating blow to his military reputation. Alan Gaff delves into the historical context and the implications of this battle, offering a thorough examination of the events that led to one of the early American military's most significant setbacks.

      Field of Corpses: Arthur St. Clair and the Death of an American Army
    • The narrative explores the reflections of a baseball icon, delving into themes of heroism and tragedy. It offers a unique perspective on the complexities of fame and the personal struggles faced by those in the spotlight, presenting an introspective look at the intersection of sports and life. Through this poignant examination, readers are invited to consider the deeper implications of success and the burdens that often accompany it.

      Lou Gehrig: The Lost Memoir