COMMANDO a Royal Marine’s Story - Softcover

Nordass, Geoff; Riegel, Ralph

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1839015861 ISBN 13: 9781839015861

Publisher: Lume Books Military Non-fiction, A Joffe Books Company, 2024

Synopsis

A COMPELLING PERSONAL INSIGHT OF ONE MAN’S EXPERIENCE FIGHTING IN THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MARINE CORPS.

‘A pulsating opening . . . told at a rapid-fire pace. One of the most gripping battle scenes this reviewer has ever read. Armchair generals will love it.’ Sunday Tribune

‘Gripping.’ The Avondhu

‘[Ideal for] armchair warriors who indulge in daydreams of danger and daring, to military historians eager to get first-hand accounts of warfare.’ Books Ireland

Royal Marine Geoff Nordass has been on the ground during some of the bloodiest conflicts of the late twentieth century — from the riot-torn streets of Belfast to the frozen moors of the Falklands and the scorched deserts of Iraq.

He joined the Commandos at seventeen and endured gruelling training through the bleak winter months to become a member of the ‘best of the best’.

By the time he left the Royal Marines, Nordass ranked as one of the most experienced and qualified Commando sergeants in his field.

Out on ‘civvie street’ life took him in many directions. As a veteran of the elite force, he worked as a bodyguard for Princess Diana’s boyfriend, Dodi al-Fayed. In 2003, he returned to Iraq on a private security mission where he encountered suicide bombers, convoy ambushes and assassination attempts.

Nordass’s incredible story of courage, loyalty and endurance is a testament to the effort it takes to fight within the military elite.

PRAISE FOR GEOFF NORDASS:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It was a thoughtful, provocative and often poignant message of one man’s journey through the rich tapestry that is life.’ Andrew W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘In a world of PR, hyperbole, braggarts and phonies, Geoff Nordass is the real thing.’ Chloe T.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a first-rate gripping account of a young lad from Yorkshire joining the Royal Marines and emerging from a its punishing training regime a real man.’ Adrian D.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was captivated by this book from the outset and simply couldn't put it down.’ Mrs T.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Excellent and compelling author.’ Lynney

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fantastic read. Gives a brilliant insight into the turbulent life of an RM Commando.’ J.M.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Mr Nordass has endured so much and thank goodness he's written this bookof endurance, bravery and sheer guts. Brilliant read.’ J.F.

Edition details

• Publisher: Lume Books Military Non-fiction, A Joffe Books Company
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1839015861
• ISBN 13: 9781839015861
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 280