The war in Vietnam was conducted in three distinct topographic settings: along the rugged Annamite mountains next to Laos and the DMZ; in the jungles of the central highlands; and, most alien of all, along the extensive network of rivers and canals stretching from the Cambodian border to the Ca Mau peninsula. The Perfect War is the story of the riverine warfare, where Vietcong and American supported counterinsurgency forces meet in a deadly struggle for control of the watery avenues. More than a tale of war, The Perfect War describes the experiences of American advisors who, isolated from their own countrymen, live within and ultimately adapt to the Vietnamese culture. Readers will find The Perfect War an intriguing addition to the genre of books about the Vietnam War.
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Sam L. Pfiester served two tours in Vietnam, the second as senior advisor to a Vietnamese river patrol group along the Cambodian border. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Vietnam Service Medal, First Class. The Perfect War (italicize) is based on his experiences. He has also written The Golden Lane Faja de Oro (italicize) about the Tampico Oil Boom 1909-14. He and his wife have three children and live in Georgetown, Texas.
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Vendeur : Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, Etats-Unis
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Vendeur : M & M Books, ATHENS, GA, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. 1990. signed by author. Signed by Author(s). N° de réf. du vendeur 134613
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Vendeur : South Congress Books, Austin, TX, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. First Edition. Signed and inscribed by Author. First Edition. NF/NF. Hardcover, blue boards with gilt titles, DJ, 187 pp, light edgewear with small closed tear to bottom edge of back jacket, else a clean and crisp copy. Signed and Inscribed by Author. N° de réf. du vendeur 107059
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Vendeur : Quinn & Davis Booksellers, Austin, TX, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. First Edition; First Printing. First edition. Hardcover. Signed by the author, Sam Lee, on the first free end page. This fictional story of American advisors in Vietnam describes their experiences, isolated from their own countrymen, live within and ultimately adapt to the Vietnamese culture. 186 pages. Small closed tear to bottom edge of dust jacket. Dust jacket and book are in Fine condition. ; Standard Book Size. N° de réf. du vendeur 122619
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Hardcover. Etat : Very good. Etat de la jaquette : Very good. Presumed First Edition, First printing. The fornat is approximately 5.75 inches by 8.75 inches. [8], 186, [6] pages. Maps. Signed with sentiment on title page. Reads Best regards, Sam Lee (Pfiester). DJ has slight wear and soiling. Colorful DJ front and back. Sam L. Pfiester was born and raised in Fort Stockton, Texas. He graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in Plan II. In 1968 he joined the U.S. Navy, serving two tours in the Vietnam War. The second tour he was senior advisor to a river patrol group operating in the Ca Mau Peninsula along the Cambodian border, and was awarded a Bronze Star for his service. Later he wrote The Perfect War (by Sam Lee) about his experiences. In 1971 he was hired as a petroleum landman for Clayton W. Williams, Jr., an independent oil operator. He worked for Clayton Williams for ten years, eventually becoming exploration manager. Since 1982 he has operated his own exploration company, Pfiester Oil and Gas. The war in Vietnam was conducted in three distinct topographic settings: along the rugged Annamite mountains next to Laos and the DMZ; in the jungles of the central highlands; and, most alien of all, along the extensive network of rivers and canals stretching from the Cambodian border to the Ca Mau peninsula. The Perfect War is the story of the riverine warfare, where Vietcong and American supported counterinsurgency forces meet in a deadly struggle for control of the watery avenues. More than a tale of war, The Perfect War describes the experiences of American advisors who, isolated from their own countrymen, live within and ultimately adapt to the Vietnamese culture. Readers will find The Perfect War an intriguing addition to the genre of books about the Vietnam War. N° de réf. du vendeur 86435
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