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This new paperback edition is the moving drama of a family torn apart by a headstrong father-- Bull Meecham, a Marine fighter pilot-- who demands loyalty, courage and obedience from his wife and children. The piercing, iconic semi-autobiographical novel of a domineering father and ambitious son, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Prince of Tides Step into the powerhouse life of Bull Meecham. Hes all Marine--fighter pilot, king of the clouds, and absolute ruler of his family. Lillian is his wife--beautiful, southern-bred, with a core of velvet steel. Without her cool head, her kids would be in real trouble. Ben is the oldest, a born athlete whose best never satisfies the big man. Bens got to stand up, even fight back, against a father who doesnt give in--not to his men, not to his wife, and certainly not to his son. Bull Meecham is undoubtedly Pat Conroys most explosive character--a man you should hate, but a man you will love. Praise for The Great Santini Stinging authenticity . . . a book that wont quit.--The Atlanta Journal Pat] Conroy has captured a different slice of America in this funny, dramatic novel.--Richmond News-Leader Conroy takes aim at our darkest emotions, lets the arrow fly and hits the bulls-eye almost every time.--Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Robust and vivid . . . full of feeling.--Newsday God preserve Pat Conroy.--The Boston Globe
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