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Summary: Good introduction to a Great Man
Review: As other reviewers note, Marshall was one of the greatest men of the 20th century and a model of what our leaders should be. The author does not engage in hagiography, but instead provides a concise view of this man's life in its historical context. Unfortunately, I was hoping for something more comprehensive, yet not as massive as Pogue's exhaustive (exhausting) work. Stoller does a good job of describing the footprint that Marshall left upon the world, but not enough about him as a man.
Rating:
Summary: Good introduction to a Great Man
Review: As other reviewers note, Marshall was one of the greatest men of the 20th century and a model of what our leaders should be. The author does not engage in hagiography, but instead provides a concise view of this man's life in its historical context. Unfortunately, I was hoping for something more comprehensive, yet not as massive as Pogue's exhaustive (exhausting) work. Stoller does a good job of describing the footprint that Marshall left upon the world, but not enough about him as a man.
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Summary: Excellent overview of the life of a great American
Review: Barely 200 pages in length, this book isn't comprehensive enough to do justice to Marshall's life and accomplishments. However, as an overview with more attention paid to the years 1939-51, this book is the best place to start when learning about General Marshall's accomplishments once he reached high command and his two cabinet positions. Mark Stoller does manage to convey in such a short work, the impact Marshall's life has had on America and the world and how we are still feeling that impact. If interested in Marshall's early years in the Army, Forrest Pogue's work is still the best, but this book is a good introduction to the life of a great man.
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Summary: Concise, accurate, extremely readable biography / history
Review: For myself as a guide at the George C. Marshall Museum in Lexington, VA Stoler's book is a MUST read. Mine is marked up and worn, but is a source of information I couldn't do without. I recommend it to anyone interested in the life of George C. Marshall, the kind of hero we need more of today. I used his book as a guide and reference in writing Growing Up,By George!George C. Marshall's early years(1880-1901) for ages 9-12
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Summary: Excellent
Review: George C. Marshall; Soldier-Statesman of the American Century is a excellent overview of the American military power that we are today. The manuscript also explains why we had to be the world's most powerful nation. George C. Marshall is truly the Man-of-the-Century.
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Summary: Excellent
Review: George C. Marshall; Soldier-Statesman of the American Century is a excellent overview of the American military power that we are today. The manuscript also explains why we had to be the world's most powerful nation. George C. Marshall is truly the Man-of-the-Century.
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Summary: A Succinct Appraisal of an Extraordinary Leader
Review: Mark Stoler writes a concise account of the life and accomplishments of George C. Marshall, one of the greatest soldiers and statesmen in U.S. history. The opening lines in chapter one describe how Marshall was the only professional soldier to receive the Nobel Peace prize. Stoler's work provides inspiration to not only those in uniform, but also diplomats and others interested in leadership in general. I found the book highly readable, succinct, yet having the detailed notes that provide guidance for further reading. It is well worth the read. Stoler's work comes in at just under two hundred pages, but adds depth with extensive notes for the reader who wishes to pursue more details on the life and accomplishments of General Marshall. The author leans heavily on Forrest C. Pogue, Marshall's official biography, and others who have written extensively on the leader and World War II. The book also features a chronology of Marshall's life, two sets of photos, a bibliographic essay, and an index. I found the chapter on Marshall's time as Secretary of State to be extremely interesting. He not only garnered passage of the European Recovery Plan ("Marshall Plan") during his tenure, but he also helped negotiate the Rio Pact and Organization of American States, witnessed Tito's Communist coup in Czechoslovakia, opposed the Soviet blockade of Berlin, and supported the creation of NATO. Marshall's immense impact on world affairs can still be felt in Western Europe and elsewhere, as his military and diplomatic efforts set the stage for international relations for the remainder of the 20th century. As a military leader, I found this to be great reading and a good source for future reading on General Marshall. Read Stoler's work if you are a student of history or enjoy reading about leadership. Highly recommended!
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Summary: A Succinct Appraisal of an Extraordinary Leader
Review: Mark Stoler writes a concise account of the life and accomplishments of George C. Marshall, one of the greatest soldiers and statesmen in U.S. history. The opening lines in chapter one describe how Marshall was the only professional soldier to receive the Nobel Peace prize. Stoler's work provides inspiration to not only those in uniform, but also diplomats and others interested in leadership in general. I found the book highly readable, succinct, yet having the detailed notes that provide guidance for further reading. It is well worth the read. Stoler's work comes in at just under two hundred pages, but adds depth with extensive notes for the reader who wishes to pursue more details on the life and accomplishments of General Marshall. The author leans heavily on Forrest C. Pogue, Marshall's official biography, and others who have written extensively on the leader and World War II. The book also features a chronology of Marshall's life, two sets of photos, a bibliographic essay, and an index. I found the chapter on Marshall's time as Secretary of State to be extremely interesting. He not only garnered passage of the European Recovery Plan ("Marshall Plan") during his tenure, but he also helped negotiate the Rio Pact and Organization of American States, witnessed Tito's Communist coup in Czechoslovakia, opposed the Soviet blockade of Berlin, and supported the creation of NATO. Marshall's immense impact on world affairs can still be felt in Western Europe and elsewhere, as his military and diplomatic efforts set the stage for international relations for the remainder of the 20th century. As a military leader, I found this to be great reading and a good source for future reading on General Marshall. Read Stoler's work if you are a student of history or enjoy reading about leadership. Highly recommended!
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Summary: Essential Reading for Military & Foreign Policy Enthusiasts
Review: The book by Stoler is an excellent,albeit somewhat abbreviated account of the life of Marshall. The format, which discusses a time period and its relevance in US History and the life of Marshall was an excellent choice by the author. The only place it falls short, in my opinion, is in that its not really a critical review - the author never really analyzed Marshall's actions and took him to task for anything, and I find it hard to believe that, while a great man, Marshall never did anything wrong. Nonetheless, anyone who wishes to understand US military and foreign policy in the 20th century needs to read this book.
Rating:
Summary: Essential Reading for Military & Foreign Policy Enthusiasts
Review: The book by Stoler is an excellent,albeit somewhat abbreviated account of the life of Marshall. The format, which discusses a time period and its relevance in US History and the life of Marshall was an excellent choice by the author. The only place it falls short, in my opinion, is in that its not really a critical review - the author never really analyzed Marshall's actions and took him to task for anything, and I find it hard to believe that, while a great man, Marshall never did anything wrong. Nonetheless, anyone who wishes to understand US military and foreign policy in the 20th century needs to read this book.
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