Annapolis

I found this book covered in dust on the back shelf of a dollar store of all places and thought..why not, its only a buck. After reading the first two pages I was ASTOUNDED, and couldn't believe my luck. Two pages is all it takes to be swept into the mastery of Martin's writing and carried away into another time. This book is an absolute MUST HAVE for anyone into historical novels, or just appreciates an EXCELLENT read. The span of this book is fantastic and from the 1700's to the 1990's keeps you glued to its pages,with hope in your heart that its been sprinkled with nevernever dust and will not end. I like to think William Martin knew the depth of attachment that would be aquired by its readers, and thoughtfully weans the reader of the world of Annapolis in the final two chapters. I have never been more pleased with a collection of words in my life. Get this book! You will not regret it.

Are you seeking a book with a panoramic sweep of American History? Do you wish to view it through the prism of perhaps the most tradition-bound institution in the United States? Do you want to witness the great battles that changed history and altered the map of the world? Do you want to see proud families clash? Behold Admirals' egos? Eavesdrop on the great personalities who have strutted history's stage? Then William Martin's sprawling ANNAPOLIS is for you! It's an almost 800 page epic you'll be sorry to finish. A work, I think you'll agree, begging to be a mini-series. William Martin is a wonderful storyteller and Historian who brings life and breath - and breadth - to the people and events that propel his story - our story! Most of the historical moments you'll recognize. Others will be new and some will be revelations; but all of them are more interesting in his telling. From the battles waged by the U. S. S. Constitution to the sparring of the Monitor and the Merrimack....From Midway to the rivers of Vietnam, Martin's U. S. Navy - and his Stafford family - help shape and protect America. In light of recent dark days in our history, this story is more relevant than ever. It's a 5-Star effort from a 5-Star talent. It's unquestionably the best book of this type I have ever read. Pick up this book! Keep your 'eyes in the boat,' and before long you'll understand why what's good for the U. S. Navy is good for the United States of America!

Are you seeking a book with a panoramic sweep of American History? Do you wish to view it through the prism of perhaps the most tradition-bound institution in the United States? Do you want to witness the great battles that changed history and altered the map of the world? Do you want to see proud families clash? Behold Admirals' egos? Eavesdrop on the great personalities who have strutted history's stage? Then William Martin's sprawling ANNAPOLIS is for you! It's an almost 800 the page epic you'll be sorry to finish. A work, I think you'll agree, begging to be a mini-series. William Martin is a wonderful storyteller and Historian who brings life and breath - and breadth - to the people and events that propel his story....our story! Most of the historical moments you'll recognize. Others will be new, and some will be revelations; but all of them are more interesting in his telling! From the battles waged by the U. S. S. Constitution to the sparring of the Monitor and Merrimack. From Midway to the rivers of Vietnam, Martin's U. S Navy - and his Stafford family - help shape and protect America. In light of recent dark days in our history, this story is more relevant than ever. It's a 5 star effort from a 5 star talent. Pick up this book! Keep your 'eyes in the boat,' and before long you'll understand why what's good for the U. S. Navy is good for the United States of America!

I love history and family sagas that show us a time and a place and the people who inhabited them. This is the best I've read in this genre in a long time. Not only do we meet a six generations of a fictional naval family, we also meet all four presidents on Mount Rushmore and some other famous faces, too. According to the author bio, William Martin has also made films, and it shows, because you can visualize every scene as if it were a movie playing in front of you.

Annapolis is a great book and very historical! I have an interest in the academy and decided to read it. I wasn't disappointed! While reading it I felt as if I was living it. A definate must read!