The letters and diaries of Gen. George S. Patton from July 1940-December 1945. All prime source material with explanations by the editor to bridge the gaps. Gives insight into the character of a very successful, but controversial figure of WWII and first hand accounts of pivotal events in the history of the war. A highly educated, literate man, Patton displays his interest in artifacts and bits of history as he passes them in North Africa and Europe. Well-edited and interesting presentation of the man and his mission. ( )