New Book Just Released

Bayside · 10-07-2011, 12:35 PM

My latest book, ENEMIES OF THEIR OWN BLOOD, has just been released. I mention this to the group because it should have appeal anyone interested in the Civil War, for black-powder fans and for those who are interested in weapons of the 1860's and 1870's, in how they were used, and the effects of their new technology. You can preview the book on my website: outskirtspress.com/enemiesoftheirownblood.
I am a combat veteran of the Korean War, one who survived and learned to live with what I went through as young man. My conclusion is that all wars are fought to preserve the wealth of the ruling class, whether they be individual, corporate, governmental, or union. Every war has been started by playing on the fears and hatreds of the people. It further points out that "Only those who have never fought in a war will extol its glories." This is a book about a man who rebuilds his life and finds his own personal redemption.

rooter · 10-07-2011, 04:45 PM

Firstly Bayside, thank you for your service to our country...I'll not comment on your self-described book, but your own endorsement sounds favorable...I would have thought you'd have mentioned your writing name...is that called a 'PEN NAME'....? I guess if it's not permitted here on the board, your post will be deleted by someone and a tactful reason will be stated...If a Korean War vet Bayside, we must be near the same age...My 78th will be the 26th of this month...I was with the navy Seabees down in the Philippines during a lot of the Korean War...we were building the Cubi Point Naval Air Station that come in handy during the Vietnam War...If I can offer some counseling, it sure would be welcome for you to tell us about your experiences, life, and military times.....Chief

Brisk44 · 10-07-2011, 07:09 PM

Bayside is this a fictional book or a historiography?

rooter · 10-08-2011, 07:48 AM

About Robert E. Lee Hyde

The author is a native of Arizona, son of an Arizona Pioneer. His forefathers fought on the Confederate side of the Civil war, one an unwilling conscript from Arkansas, and the other a volunteer from Louisiana. He has had a lifelong interest in that tragic War, and in the early years of Arizona Territory - he continues to write about that fateful era.

I copied this short sketch of the author from Google. Chief

Bayside · 10-08-2011, 11:51 AM

Thanks for your replies, Rooter & Brisk 44. First of all, this is a work in the general category of "Historical Fiction". James Michener liked to call his books works of "Faction", meaning they incorporated facts with fiction. A writer using this genre has to incorporate reasearch and collation with his imagination to furnish the dialog, names, and sideshows that might have occured during the events. This sets it apart from works of "Historic Documentation". The fiction writer uses literary license will create a interesting tale that leaves the reader glad he read the book.

As to the other question: I, personally, was able to adjust back to civilian life after a tour of combat, but in my involvement with the VFW and reunions, I know many others didn't. The survivors of the Korean War didn't get much publicity for their conditions; PTSD was coined after Vietnam, and rightly deserved the attention it brought. All wars, from the beginning of time, have been fought by young men, whose minds are malleable, whose fears are few, and are much more willing to blindly follow orders. Orders I folowed at the age of 18, I would have questioned at the age of 25. I took many of these feelings, integrated them into my research of the Confederate Armies, and utilized them to create a story. Thanks again for the comments. I wrote the book for the sense of personal satisfaction, and not to make money. At my age of 78, my wants are few, most desires have vanished, and my computer, a few good friends, and my guns are what occupy my days. PS: We grew up in the same town, Chief. I lived out on Lateral 17 and East C Ave. Small world.

rooter · 10-08-2011, 03:31 PM

Thanks for touching up Bayside...that was an excellent intro...You mentioned one of my favorite authors, James Michener...BRIDGES AT TOKO-RI of the Korean War plus the all star cast movie by the same name...I fiddle around with stories but haven't the nerve or the inclination to publish...I've been invited to submit one of my stories about Vietnam to some military magazine, perhaps the VFW...not sure...it's the one listed in my story section titled THE CALENDAR...Good luck with your book....Chief

The story submission magazine is the AMERICAN LEGION.....

10-07-2011, 12:35 PM	#1
Bayside Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 4	New Book Just Released My latest book, ENEMIES OF THEIR OWN BLOOD, has just been released. I mention this to the group because it should have appeal anyone interested in the Civil War, for black-powder fans and for those who are interested in weapons of the 1860's and 1870's, in how they were used, and the effects of their new technology. You can preview the book on my website: outskirtspress.com/enemiesoftheirownblood. I am a combat veteran of the Korean War, one who survived and learned to live with what I went through as young man. My conclusion is that all wars are fought to preserve the wealth of the ruling class, whether they be individual, corporate, governmental, or union. Every war has been started by playing on the fears and hatreds of the people. It further points out that "Only those who have never fought in a war will extol its glories." This is a book about a man who rebuilds his life and finds his own personal redemption. -->

10-07-2011, 04:45 PM	#2
rooter VMBB Senior Chief Of Staff Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Marty Robbins old hometown, Glendale Arizona--a suburb of Phoenix. Contributor Posts: 9,266	Re: New Book Just Released Firstly Bayside, thank you for your service to our country...I'll not comment on your self-described book, but your own endorsement sounds favorable...I would have thought you'd have mentioned your writing name...is that called a 'PEN NAME'....? I guess if it's not permitted here on the board, your post will be deleted by someone and a tactful reason will be stated...If a Korean War vet Bayside, we must be near the same age...My 78th will be the 26th of this month...I was with the navy Seabees down in the Philippines during a lot of the Korean War...we were building the Cubi Point Naval Air Station that come in handy during the Vietnam War...If I can offer some counseling, it sure would be welcome for you to tell us about your experiences, life, and military times.....Chief __________________

10-07-2011, 07:09 PM	#3
Brisk44 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Contributor Posts: 1,747	Re: New Book Just Released Bayside is this a fictional book or a historiography?

10-08-2011, 07:48 AM	#4
rooter VMBB Senior Chief Of Staff Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Marty Robbins old hometown, Glendale Arizona--a suburb of Phoenix. Contributor Posts: 9,266	Re: New Book Just Released About Robert E. Lee Hyde The author is a native of Arizona, son of an Arizona Pioneer. His forefathers fought on the Confederate side of the Civil war, one an unwilling conscript from Arkansas, and the other a volunteer from Louisiana. He has had a lifelong interest in that tragic War, and in the early years of Arizona Territory - he continues to write about that fateful era. I copied this short sketch of the author from Google. Chief __________________

10-08-2011, 11:51 AM	#5
Bayside Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 4	Re: New Book Just Released Thanks for your replies, Rooter & Brisk 44. First of all, this is a work in the general category of "Historical Fiction". James Michener liked to call his books works of "Faction", meaning they incorporated facts with fiction. A writer using this genre has to incorporate reasearch and collation with his imagination to furnish the dialog, names, and sideshows that might have occured during the events. This sets it apart from works of "Historic Documentation". The fiction writer uses literary license will create a interesting tale that leaves the reader glad he read the book. As to the other question: I, personally, was able to adjust back to civilian life after a tour of combat, but in my involvement with the VFW and reunions, I know many others didn't. The survivors of the Korean War didn't get much publicity for their conditions; PTSD was coined after Vietnam, and rightly deserved the attention it brought. All wars, from the beginning of time, have been fought by young men, whose minds are malleable, whose fears are few, and are much more willing to blindly follow orders. Orders I folowed at the age of 18, I would have questioned at the age of 25. I took many of these feelings, integrated them into my research of the Confederate Armies, and utilized them to create a story. Thanks again for the comments. I wrote the book for the sense of personal satisfaction, and not to make money. At my age of 78, my wants are few, most desires have vanished, and my computer, a few good friends, and my guns are what occupy my days. PS: We grew up in the same town, Chief. I lived out on Lateral 17 and East C Ave. Small world. Last edited by Bayside; 10-08-2011 at 11:55 AM.. Reason: to add a PS

10-08-2011, 03:31 PM	#6
rooter VMBB Senior Chief Of Staff Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Marty Robbins old hometown, Glendale Arizona--a suburb of Phoenix. Contributor Posts: 9,266	Re: New Book Just Released Thanks for touching up Bayside...that was an excellent intro...You mentioned one of my favorite authors, James Michener...BRIDGES AT TOKO-RI of the Korean War plus the all star cast movie by the same name...I fiddle around with stories but haven't the nerve or the inclination to publish...I've been invited to submit one of my stories about Vietnam to some military magazine, perhaps the VFW...not sure...it's the one listed in my story section titled THE CALENDAR...Good luck with your book....Chief The story submission magazine is the AMERICAN LEGION..... __________________