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Flyboys, by James Bradley, tells the story of the first generation of American pilots in World War II. I am astounded by the bravery displayed by mere boys – most between the ages of 18 and 25 – as they flew around the Pacific Ocean, often never to return.
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South Korea, long in the shadow of other Asian 'tiger economies,' is suddenly hip and enormously prosperous – so much so that it may have outgrown its thankless dream of reuniting with the North.
Let me know about a good book you've read recently, or about the book that's currently on your bedside table. Why did you pick it up? Are you enjoying it?
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