Being there . . . first, to appreciate, then acknowledge, followed by the ultimate show of high
respect purchasing three of the latest McFarland Publishing Company books patiently awaiting
your arrival. for the targeted, nay, beloved recipient’s treasured expanding home library. Of
course, there are other mazes of gifts that add to, make even better, a warm, peaceful, loving
home – – truth be known, solid craved-for reading material ranks highest among the best. Just
the aroma (every hot off the press title has its own special distinctive, agreeable, flavored
fragrance). Below are introduced a combined gift for one of America ‘s age-old romantic
traditions: a gift that softly whispers, “Hold me gently, read me carefully, place me on your
most valued shelf to reread occasionally over the years. Because I will not last forever, and if
you care enough, dust me lovingly once a month. . .
AGAIN, AND AGAIN, BUFFS OF ALL WWII PERSUASIONS GOD-BLESS McFARLAND FOR
PUBLISHING WHAT ALL ENTHUSIASTS OF AMERICANS-AT-WAR BOOKS COVET THE MOST:STORIES OF COURAGE, RESOLUTENESS, AND HOPE COMMIMGLING WITH THOSE OF SOUL-SEEKING PEACE, ESPECIALLY NOW SO NEAR AN IMPORTANT ELECTION AND ALL OF US WITH OPEN ARMS WELCOMING CHRISTMAS . . .
Read and highly recommended by Don DeNevi as a rare three-book in one Christmas gift
combination covering the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and World War II.
“SOUTHERN BRIGADIER GENERALS IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR – – Eighteen Commanders instrumental in American Victory”, by Douglas M. Branson. McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, Jefferson, North Carolina, by Douglas M. Branson. McFarland & Company, Inc.,
Publishers: 2024, 277 pages, rare portraits (unfortunately, few, maps adequate), 7” x 10”,
$49.95. Visit, www.mcfarlandpub.com.
“THE CAVALRY OF THE ARMY OF THE OHIO – – A Civil War History”, by Dennis W. Belcher.
McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers: 2024, 381 pages, ample Civil War photos, portraits, and maps, 7” x 10”, $49.95. Visit, www.mcfarlandpub.com.
“A DOCTOR’S WAR – – Letters and Reflections from the Frontlines of World War II”, by Arthur L.
Ludwick, Jr., M.D., and Peggy Ludwick. McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers: copyright, 2022, reprinted 2024, 254 pages, 7” x 10”, $39.95. Visit, www.mcfarlandpub.com.
In “SOUTHERN BRIGADIER GENERALS IN REVOLUTIONARY WAR”, Douglas Branson, author of more than 20 books, presents 18 fascinating bios, short but jam-packed with enthralling
forgotten or long-lost information, not only about the most important top commanders, but
also about the Revolutionary War itself. Douglas makes the case that George Washington and
his brigadier generals, especially those from the South, won that war despite being cowards,
insubordinates, alcoholics, womanizers, ineffective leaders, and “losers” all around. Seven died
of combat wounds and 10 were British captives.
Meanwhile, McFarland offers a huge Civil War history in “THE CAVALRY OF THE ARMY OF
THE OHIO” by Dennis Belcher, already known for authoring nine titles on the Civil War.
Throughout that bloodbath, the cavalry of the OHIO – – MICHIGAN, OHIO, INDIANA, ILLINOIS,
PENNSYIVANIA, KENTUCKY, AND TENNESSEE – – was a developing force beginning a highly
dangerous journey of virtually endless battles that would make it the best cavalry in the world.
In late 1862, most of this cavalry was transferred to the Army of the Cumberland and a second
force emerged in the second Army of the Ohio. No question this book is their complete history,
bar none. A must for every Civil War library, personal or public.
Moving into the 20 th century, 1941 – 1945, McFarland republishes its popular, highly praised
2022 classic, “A DOCTOR’S WAR – – Letters and Reflections from the Frontlines of World War II”.
Praise for it came in early from every quarter. Wrote Rick Atkinson, bestselling author and
Pulitzer Prize winner for “The Liberation Trilogy”, “Intimate and compelling. Captures the vivid,
often poignant experience of a frontline physician during the brutal campaigns in North Africa
and Italy.”
This is the story of Lt. Col./Maj. Arthur L. Ludwick, Jr., who was responsible for the well-
being of traumatized and wounded American soldiers through some of the bloodiest
engagements in North Africa and Italy, primary, ANZIO, CASSINO, MONTE PANTNO, HILL 609,
the FONDOUK PASSES, etc. He was awarded both the Purple Heart and Silver Star, a rare
combination for commendation for an unarmed medical officer. Chapter 9, endearingly written
by daughter Peggy Ludwick, especially her subchapter, “Dad’s Last Battle”, is beyond priceless.