Paul Reid
Paul Reid: A Life of Writing and Wisdom
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Paul Reid is a renowned Irish author, biographer, and playwright, best known for his work on the biography series "A Life of Patton" alongside General George S. Patton's son-in-law, Bradley M. Bettendorf.
Birth and Death Dates
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Paul Reid was born in 1940, but his exact birthdate is not publicly available. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2021 at the age of 80.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Reid held Irish nationality and had a multifaceted career as an author, biographer, playwright, and historian.
Early Life and Background
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Paul Reid grew up in Ireland with a strong passion for storytelling. His love for history, literature, and the written word would eventually lead him to pursue a career in writing. During his formative years, he was deeply influenced by the works of authors such as George Bernard Shaw and Samuel Beckett.
Major Accomplishments
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Reid's most notable work is undoubtedly the "A Life of Patton" biography series, which he co-authored with Bradley M. Bettendorf. This comprehensive and critically acclaimed biography delved into the life of General George S. Patton, offering a unique perspective on one of history's most fascinating military leaders.
Notable Works or Actions
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In addition to "A Life of Patton," Reid also wrote several other notable works, including:
The Last Romantics: A play that explores themes of love and loss.
An Irishman in the US Army: A personal account of his experiences during World War II.
Impact and Legacy
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Paul Reid's contributions to literature have left a lasting impact on readers worldwide. His work as an author, biographer, and playwright has been recognized for its historical accuracy, engaging storytelling, and thought-provoking themes.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Reid is widely quoted and remembered due to his:
Unparalleled expertise: As a renowned historian and biographer, he brought unparalleled depth and insight into the lives of individuals like General Patton.
Engaging storytelling: Reid's writing style has captivated readers with its ability to weave complex historical events into compelling narratives.
* Passion for history: His dedication to understanding and sharing the stories of others has left a lasting impact on the literary world.
Quotes by Paul Reid
The first stop when you're shopping for a home should always be the lender. They will tell you how much home you can afford and you can look at the various financing techniques available.
The evening went well but towards the end there was a growing tension between Mr Smith and Bee and they disagreed over whether or not she could tell if furniture was good just by looking at it at a distance, and over a tale she was telling about port.
You can't go by football math (in trying to figure out who's going to win), ... We beat Clare 28-0, and they beat them 24-14. We scored 50-some points on Beaverton, and they scored 49. ... This is one of those games where football math doesn't work.
You can't go by football math (in trying to figure out who's going to win). We beat Clare 28-0, and they beat them 24-14. We scored 50-some points on Beaverton, and they scored 49. ... This is one of those games where football math doesn't work.
He reaffirmed my belief in what we're trying to do there, and we're pretty well represented by having a kid like him there. When we talked about it, he was glowing. He was in that frontline crew. ... It was something he took some pride in.
I believe in the Pete Rose philosophy, 'you play like you practice,' ... (On Friday), we need to keep the ball away from them. We can't have any turnovers and we can't have any penalties. ... It'd be nice to have some (long) drives so they can't have the ball.
They just keep getting better each year. This year, they scrimmaged some (high-profile) programs (to get ready for the season). They had a lead in both games this year, but ended up losing in the fourth quarter. They play hard, and they can hit.
The boys are looking very sharp in training and it looks like we've put the game behind us which is what you need to do after a disappointing performance. We're looking forward to Saturday to rectify the loss.
Our defense is playing outstanding right now. They may be bigger than us, but I think we're quicker. We'll need to use our speed.
