FORTUNATE SON: The Healing of a Vietnam Vet by Lt. Lewis B. Puller Jr, son of Marine Corps legend “Chesty” Puller. LIKE NEW First Edition stated, 3-10 number line hardcover, 1991. Serving in 1968 south of DaNang in an area known as “The Riviera,” Marine Lt. Puller’s military career came to an abrupt end when he triggered a booby-trapped artillery round. Returned home a double amputee and missing fingers on both hands, he was never to walk again. Although he married, finished law school, and held political positions, severe PTSD led to depression and alcohol abuse. Seemingly successful in his struggle to overcome physical and psychological obstacles, he became an inspiration to a generation of wounded veterans.

POST SCRIPT: Several years after the publication of this book, depression returned to Puller with devastating effects, and he chose to end his life at the Vietnam Memorial in Washington DC, angering many disabled veterans who unfairly looked to him for psychological support. But demons are personal, and the choice was his. Puller could simply no longer live with his disabilities.

LIKE NEW First Edition stated, 3-10 number line hardcover, appearing unread with acid-free pages and edges clean and unmarked with the exception of a small light smudge to forward edges. Binding tight. Jacket shows very minor corner and edge wear with no tears and only light scuffing and rubbing. Not a remainder. Not price clipped. 6.5” x 9.5.” Text only. 389 pgs.