MacArthur:America's General by Mitchell Yockelson is a readable biography of one of America's premier military heroes.  Writing in a clear and focused style, Yockelson traces the military influences in Douglas MacArthur's life beginning with his grandfather who served in the Civil War. Douglas' father, Lt. General Arthur MacArthur and mother "Pinky," reared their family on military posts around the world.  Douglas attended West Point and went on to serve as an officer in World War I, World War II, and Korea.
Yockelson enumerates specific battles, dates and personnel involved in MacArthur's numerous military conflicts. These wartime reports will surely please the history buff. But the author also includes the personal side of the General: his two marriages, his shopping habits, and "A Father's Prayer," written for his son. MacArthur's often acerbic relations with his Washington superiors are related with gently biased candor.
Although I first expected a dull, historical rendition of wars, I found this biography quite interesting. MacArthur's story is told with unabashed admiration which I found myself sharing.   I recommend this book for readers who want to learn and appreciate this General's contribution to American history--and to learn more about the man who will not "fade away."
As a technical editorial point, note that the incident and caption on page77 is also repeated on page 168.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book to read but was not required to write a positive review.  The opinions expressed here are my own.