Boot by Daniel Da Cruz Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Boot
Book Review: A very informative and "tell it like it is" piece.
Summary: 4 Stars
A very good book about Marine Corps training along with personal feelings and insight from both recruit and author!Explains that because of legislature, Marine Corps boot camp is not what it used to be and that the drill instructors are limited in how they train.
Book Review: A wake up call to the weakening of the USMC.
Summary: 4 Stars
Although I read this book over a year ago memories are still with me. For a young author Mr. Da Cruz did a excellent job of describing (to a non-serviceman) the life of a modern USMC recruit. As the son of a Marine 1951-1953 I can say the current challenges of boot camp pale by comparison to those most other (older) Marines, and other foreign services. Surely for 88 days we can give our recruits the CHALLENGE OF THEIR LIVES without hazing or abuse that used to be regular component of boot camp. Given the old axiom that peace is merely the time between wars I hope the USMC or the Pentagon heed Mr. Da Cruz's concerns.
Book Review: Attention anyone who thinks they can become a Marine!
Summary: 4 Stars
Boot is a must read for anyone who is considering a career in the Marine Corps. Daniel Da Cruz takes an in depth look at the rigors of Marine Corps Basic Training. From the first week of in-processing, to pugil stick training, to snapping in, to close order drill, Da Cruz makes every week sound amazing. Letters from recruits are particularly interesting because they show what the recruits are feeling from week to week, from one training phase to the next. As a future Marine Officer, this book gives me an insight into what my future Marines will go through on their way to becoming one of America's fighting elite.Book Review: Big hit with pre-teen boys!
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this as a gift for a pre-teen with aspirations to have a career in the military. His reaction to this gift was just over-the-top excitement.
According to him, this volume had everything that he was looking for.
I suspect that if he was a little older, and actually nearing a decision to inlist, a more sophisticated and updated source of information would be necessary. For its intended audience, this was perfect.
Book Review: Boot
Summary: 5 Stars
If you want a good, true picture of Marine Corp training. This is the book to read. Very Easy Read.