First edition, 5th printing. Near fine in near fine DJ. Signed by the author on the half title page with an inscription that appears to be to a fellow POW. Tail of spine lightly bumped; otherwise, beautiful condition.

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Title: Taps on the Walls: Poems from the Hanoi Hilton
Publisher: MASTER WINGS PUB
Publication Date: 2013
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0615659055
ISBN 13: 9780615659053
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Printing: 5th or later Printin
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)

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With a foreword by fellow POW, Senator John McCain, Taps on the Walls contains all the poems General Borling created during his confinement. Readers will discover remarkable stories of endurance, life lessons, and means to achieve personal triumph.

About the Author

John Borling, Major General, USAF, Ret., is a native Chicagoan and Air Force Academy graduate. A fighter pilot, his many decorations include the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and two Purple Hearts. During his 37 years in the Air Force, Borling served in high-level command and staff positions throughout the world. After military retirement, he continued to serve at the chairman/CEO and board director level of many for-profit and not-for-profit entities. He also founded and directs SOS America, an organization that advocates universal military service for America's youth.

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