The Passing of the Night: My Seven Years as a Prisoner of the North Vietnamese

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Summary: An Unforgettable Memoir!!!
Review: I couldn't put this excellent book down. From the first page I was hooked! The author is humble, courageous, and maintained his dignity through some gruesome torture and confinement in a North Vietnamese prison. Exciting and inspiring was his faith in God also which kept his spirit uplifted during his imprisonment. A must read for anyone interested in Vietnam and the harrowing aspects of that awful war.

Rating:
Summary: An Unforgettable Memoir!!!
Review: I couldn't put this excellent book down. From the first page I was hooked! The author is humble, courageous, and maintained his dignity through some gruesome torture and confinement in a North Vietnamese prison. Exciting and inspiring was his faith in God also which kept his spirit uplifted during his imprisonment. A must read for anyone interested in Vietnam and the harrowing aspects of that awful war.

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Summary: None Better!
Review: I feel fortunate that I got to work for this most interesting man. His book is one that can be read many times and it will guide you to what is truly important in life. With all of the celebrations of the 25th Anniversary, I was curious about this wonderful man. This book was mandatory reading for each of my children. Thank you General for your honesty and your service. God Bless you.

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Summary: Engaging, informative, enlightening, and moving
Review: If you have time to read only one book about Vietnam, this should be it. Forget the Hollywood accounts of the "Vietnam Experience," and get the inside story from a true American Hero.

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Summary: None Better!
Review: My high school English teacher read parts of this book to us in class. I graduated 20 years ago. I've only found one copy and gave it to my brother. This book has greatly influenced my brother and I. I am sure it played a part in both of us choosing to become members of the Air Force. And it filled in details about a war that I can only vaguely remember but has shaped my life. I agree that it should be rereleased. Thank you General for your story and thank you Ms Roach (of Dale High School, Dale, OK.) for introducing us to this story! Read this if you get a chance. I've thought of it often in the past 20+ years!

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Summary: This book helped shape my life. !
Review: My high school English teacher read parts of this book to us in class. I graduated 20 years ago. I've only found one copy and gave it to my brother. This book has greatly influenced my brother and I. I am sure it played a part in both of us choosing to become members of the Air Force. And it filled in details about a war that I can only vaguely remember but has shaped my life. I agree that it should be rereleased. Thank you General for your story and thank you Ms Roach (of Dale High School, Dale, OK.) for introducing us to this story! Read this if you get a chance. I've thought of it often in the past 20+ years!

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Summary: Moving and inspirational. Renew your confidence in America!
Review: Of the numerous Vietnam-era tales this one ranks right up there with the late Col. Nick Rowe's Five Years To Freedom for heart-stopping suspense. I believe this book should be re-released as the "audience" for this type of book is probably greater now than during the 1970s.

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Summary: It's a must read!
Review: Of the numerous Vietnam-era tales this one ranks right up there with the late Col. Nick Rowe's Five Years To Freedom for heart-stopping suspense. I believe this book should be re-released as the "audience" for this type of book is probably greater now than during the 1970s.

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Summary: Moving and inspirational. Renew your confidence in America!
Review: This book is an enigma. Risner's style is not polished. He doesn't overwhelm with vocabulary or imagery. Rather, his friendly, relaxed, matter-of-fact manner invites you into Hanoi Hilton, into his cell, where you join him for 7 1/2 years of isolation, misery, agony, and pain. With simple, frank text, the author introduces the reader to the life of the POW with startling clarity. You will not soon forget the images found in this writing. It is clear why the Chief of Staff of the Air Force has included this book on the recommended reading list for USAF professionals. General Risner is a true American hero. His example of courage, intelligence, devotion, and honesty should be followed by us all. To read this book is to glimpse, if only for a few hours, the horror of Vietnamese prison life. General Risner reminds us about having faith in God, confidence in ourselves, and pride in our country.

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Summary: Moving and Inspirational
Review: This book is so moving I don't feel I can do it justice in a short review. I have never been so affected by one person's story, it makes me catch my breath just thinking about it. I too have had the pleasure of meeting Gen Risner. He is a very kind and easy-going person. His account of his 7 ½ years as a POW in Hanoi Hilton is very inspirational. He tells his story so vividly that it made me cry several times. I agree it not only should be re-released, but mandatory reading for all high school/college students. I am a member of the Air Force and I tell everyone I know they need to get this book! It will change your outlook on life!