Bell Bottom Boys

ISBN: 0741433990

Author: Brainerd, Gordon

Condition: New

Product Description The year is 1944. The United States has finally done what it must throw its full weight into the fight against evil then known as the Axis Powers. Gordon Brainerd is but 16 years old, too young to join the regular forces, but just old enough for the Merchant Marines. Dropping out of high school and leaving his small hometown for the first time, this is his coming-of-age story, wherein from the streets of New York City to the ports of South America and the Philippines, Gordon maintains his small town values while learning to become a man. His own man. About the Author Gordon's spirit of adventure started almost at birth. He and his brother would lie on the floor in front of the radio completely engrossed in "Jack Armstrong, the All American Boy," "The Green Hornet," and "Sky King." Later, his favorite lullaby was the sound of the late night train passing through town. In his imagination, he traveled the world. In the final year of World War II, when he turned sixteen, his father suggested he join the Merchant Marines. Gordon jumped at the chance. His imaginary places soon became reality far beyond his wildest dreams and changed his life forever.