Books by Robert H. Patton and Complete Book Reviews
Robert H. Patton, Author . Pantheon $26 (291p) ISBN 978-0-375-42284-3
Patton (The Pattons: A Personal History of an American Family
) turns his attention to an often overlooked aspect of the Revolutionary War: maritime privateering, or legalized piracy. Patton is careful to distinguish the mixed motives of these “
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Robert H. Patton, Author Crown Publishers $25 (0p) ISBN 978-0-517-59068-3
The author, grandson of the WW II hero, uses previously unavailable correspondence and records to offer a case study of the family structure that produced and sustained one of America's greatest generals. George S. Patton (1885-1945) was by his own...
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Robert H. Patton, Author Permanent Press (NY) $28 (250p) ISBN 978-1-877946-97-4
Patton, the grandson of General George S. Patton and author of The Pattons: A Personal History of an American Family, creates a fictional New England island as the stage for a crowded psychological drama of guilt, retribution and enlightenment....
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Robert H. Patton, Author Permanent Press (NY) $24 (156p) ISBN 978-1-877946-91-2
Patton utilizes the strengths he showcases in Life Between Wars (see review above) and works them into a much more assured novel. A 1980s version of the prodigal son parable set in WASPy New England, Up, Down & Sideways might also have aptly been...
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Robert H. Patton, Author Potomac Books $11.95 (0p) ISBN 978-1-57488-127-1
Written by the legendary general's grandson, this account of George Patton and his family makes use of previously unavailable material. (Sept.)
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Robert H. Patton. Pantheon, $28.95 (368p) ISBN 978-0-307-37721-0
Acclaimed historian Patton (The Pattons) focuses on the war correspondent persona and the band of bold adventurers who earned their keep on the frontlines in this detailed salute. A first correspondent whose actions provided the template for all who
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