A Young Man on the Front Line - by Elaine Makas (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>U.S. Army Sergeant Chris Makas' experience of fighting in World War II, and reconciling his life afterward, as told by his daughter, Elaine I. Makas, Ph.D.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><em>A Young Man on the Front Line: Lessons of War </em></strong>is a true story of a young man on the front line of war. The story chronicles his experience of becoming a soldier, enduring his soldiering days, and reconciling his life in the aftermath of his war experiences. As a reader, you become a fellow traveler with Chris Makas on his journey of war, trauma, adaptation, and self-acceptance while contemplating "lessons of war" - all within the historic realities of World War II.</p><p>He was only 18 years old, leading five men on far-away battlefields where he witnessed the death and destruction of World War II.</p><p>U.S. Army Sergeant Chris Makas braved bloody battles, frigid winters, and gut-wrenching trauma, to help lead the Allies into victory.</p><p>A Young Man on the Front Line: Lessons of War </em>is a true story of a young man surviving combat in France and Germany. The story chronicles his experience of becoming a soldier, enduring his soldiering days, and reconciling his life in the aftermath of his war experiences. As a reader, you become a fellow traveler with Chris Makas on his journey of war, trauma, adaptation, and self-acceptance while contemplating "lessons of war"-all within the historic realities of World War II.</p><p>This powerfully written memoir is a touching tribute from a daughter for her father. After growing up hearing his stories of war, survival, and appreciation of peacetime civilian and family life, Elaine I. Makas, Ph.D., penned this heartfelt and poignant account of her father's life through his eyes. </em>She masterfully captures his voice and perspective through the excitement, then terrible disillusionment, of going to World War II at age 18. This book is a beautiful tribute to daughters and fathers, veterans, world history, and family love.</p><p>READ AN EXCERPT: </p><p>"Our orders were clear, "Take the high ground." Simple. Take the high ground. The advantage is always to the persons on the high ground. We attacked. We were beaten back. We attacked again. We were beaten back. We attacked again - same result. </em></p><p>We looked at our Captain. "They're too strong Captain. We can't take the ground."</em></p><p>For which the Captain replied the words forever opening all our eyes to war, "We keep trying until none of us are left standing." That was the moment. We awoke to war. The moment we became soldiers. The next time we attacked we made sure to take our objective.</em></p><p>...later, I realized the internal damage of the day. At the age of 20, I was both a hero and a killer."</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><ul><li>David Poyer, author of Violent Peace </em>and Heroes of Annapolis: </em>"A memoir that reminds us some lessons must never be forgotten."</li><li>Brady Schuler, Master Teacher, U.S. History: "A Young Man on the Front Line</em> is a powerful look at how true courage is summoned under the most extreme of circumstances. This book will make you think BIGGER! A must-read for today's Generation Z high school students."</li><li>Col. Ben M. Colcol, (ret) US Army Corps of Engineers, Chief Engineer, 63rd ARCOM, 1984: "A Young Man on the Front Line</em> is about one of the untold millions swept up by events beyond their youthful understanding; this book is about one soldier who was a cast member of a generation."</li><li>Kyle Walker, Central Michigan University Student Government: "A Young Man on the Front Line...</em> made me laugh, cry, and recognize the hardships that so many people have endured for our country. As we look to the future, of what lies next for our country, we should rely on the example and heroism of Chris Makas and so many other unsung heroes. Thank you for your service, Sgt. Chris Makas!"</li><li>Charlene Dick, Master Teacher: "A Young Man on the Front Line</em> would work wonderfully well in any high school English classroom. The content lends itself to rich classroom discussion on the story itself, connections to young adult struggles today."</li><li>Dr. Ricks Warren, University of Michigan Depression Center: "...many people have heard the terms "horrors of war" and "PTSD." Despite these traumas, Chris remains able to see our common humanity, in the German soldiers he fought and in our universal suffering. The lessons from this book can help all of us live a more meaningful and compassionate life."</li><li>Pamela Ross McClain, Ph.D., Professor of Education, UM-Flint: "A Young Man on the Front Line</em>... is a beacon of hope to all who must conquer the battles of inner warfare to live fully and emerge as victors."</li><li>Rev. John Becker: "In A Young Man on the Front Line</em>, a daughter gives voice to her father, gathering together his own records of his experience in World War II as a young man and the lessons in life it taught him. Powerful pictures and her own experience of the father who loved her inform her account... that we need to hear today."</li><li>Kersten Kimmerly, LMSW: "In these tenderly written words, we can truly experience Chris' account as he suffered the conflict, turmoil, and persistent trauma of war and beyond. In A Young Man on the Front Line: Lessons of War</em>, Chris' daughter lovingly shares this wisdom with all of us through his story."</li><li>Elizabeth Ann Atkins, Two Sisters Writing & Publishing: "Swept away... horrified... enchanted... inspired. Enjoy this beautiful story that celebrates honor, love, and freedom. Sergeant Makas' spirit will touch all who read these pages."</li></ul><p><br></p><br>
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