A rebellious boy from the post-WWII streets of Brooklyn gains maturity in military service, embraces the charms of the Orient and thrives in an modest role in a secret war. This book relates his Odyssey: The stages of life, rites of passage, adventures and evolution of beliefs. In the years following WWII, America was the Colossus. The reigning capitol of the world was New York City. The soul of The City was Brooklyn and the heart of Brooklyn was Flatbush. It was a time and place where middle-class values were rewarded. Any man willing to give an honest day's work could support his family...