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Instinct: The Man Who Stopped the 20th Hijacker

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Very Good
A book that has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ...
Binding
Hardcover
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
9781599215167
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Globe Pequot Press, T.H.E.
ISBN-10
1599215160
ISBN-13
9781599215167
eBay Product ID (ePID)
72562062

Product Key Features

Book Title
Instinct : the Man Who Stopped the 20th Hijacker
Number of Pages
216 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Terrorism, United States / 21st Century, American Government / General
Publication Year
2009
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Political Science, History
Author
Michael A. Smerconish, Kurt A. Schreyer
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2009-030525
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
  Praise for the best-sellingMurdered by Mumia   "A harrowing book, told with uncommon grace and dignity." -Buzz Bissinger,author ofFriday Night Lights   Advance praise forInstinct   "Jose Melendez-Perez exemplifies the sheer will, gut instinct and honed expertise of a man devoted to the security of his country. Michael Smerconish superbly shines a deserving spotlight on this true American patriot."  - The Honorable Tom Ridge   "Immigration Inspector Jose Melendez-Perez, along with other unspoken heroes, displayed remarkable instincts in making sure that somebody who has hostile intent against the United States of America does not get the chance to carry out a catastrophe. That coupled with inquiry, observation, technology and proper training are among our best advantages in the war on terror." - Bob Kerrey, President, The New School,   Praise for the best-selling Murdered by Mumia   A harrowing book, told with uncommon grace and dignity." — Buzz Bissinger , author of Friday Night Lights   Advance praise for Instinct   Jose Melendez-Perez exemplifies the sheer will, gut instinct and honed expertise of a man devoted to the security of his country. Michael Smerconish superbly shines a deserving spotlight on this true American patriot."  - The Honorable Tom Ridge   "Immigration Inspector Jose Melendez-Perez, along with other unspoken heroes, displayed remarkable instincts in making sure that somebody who has hostile intent against the United States of America does not get the chance to carry out a catastrophe. That coupled with inquiry, observation, technology and proper training are among our best advantages in the war on terror." - Bob Kerrey, President, The New School, Praise for the best-sellingMurdered by Mumia   "A harrowing book, told with uncommon grace and dignity." -Buzz Bissinger,author ofFriday Night Lights,   Praise for the best-selling Murdered by Mumia   "A harrowing book, told with uncommon grace and dignity." -- Buzz Bissinger , author of Friday Night Lights   Advance praise for Instinct   "Jose Melendez-Perez exemplifies the sheer will, gut instinct and honed expertise of a man devoted to the security of his country. Michael Smerconish superbly shines a deserving spotlight on this true American patriot."  - The Honorable Tom Ridge   "Immigration Inspector Jose Melendez-Perez, along with other unspoken heroes, displayed remarkable instincts in making sure that somebody who has hostile intent against the United States of America does not get the chance to carry out a catastrophe. That coupled with inquiry, observation, technology and proper training are among our best advantages in the war on terror." - Bob Kerrey, President, The New School,   Praise for the best-sellingMurdered by Mumia   "A harrowing book, told with uncommon grace and dignity." -Buzz Bissinger,author ofFriday Night Lights   Advance praise forInstinct   "Jose Melendez-Perez exemplifies the sheer will, gut instinct and honed expertise of a man devoted to the security of his country. Michael Smerconish superbly shines a deserving spotlight on this true American patriot."  - The Honorable Tom Ridge
Dewey Decimal
973.931
Synopsis
The gripping story of courageous men and women who changed history - by stopping terrorists on American ground. All author proceeds will be donated to the Flight 93 National Memorial., This title tells the story of one of the handful of American border guards who was doing his job thoroughly and professional before 9/11. It explains why Jose Melendez Perez was refused entry into the United States in August, 2001 and how, if he had been allowed in, he would have been the fifth hijacker on flight United 93.
LC Classification Number
HV7911

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