Old soldiers never die
Subtitle: the life of Douglas MacArthur
By:  Geoffrey Perret.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Random House
Published: 1996
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 663
Subjects: MacArthur, Douglas, 1880-1964.; United States. Army -- Biography.; Generals -- United States -- Biography.; United States -- History, Military -- 20th century.
Description: In the first cradle-to-grave biography of MacArthur in nearly 20 years, Perret reveals new information and offers fresh insights into this landmark figure of American history. From his obsessive interest in becoming the most highly decorated soldier in American history to his disastrous flirtation with presidential politics, MacArthur is revealed, warts and all.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [591]-650) and index.