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Paths Crossed: Villains - Victims - Victors
From saving lives to taking lives and all things in between, Paths Villains - Victims - Victors is true dramatic narrative. It reveals a Michigan State Police trooper's evolution from rookie to veteran and the journey's impact, both professional and personal. Intriguing, sometimes shocking, and always inspiring, it is a compelling read for all served by law enforcement. Its insight into a police career makes it recommended reading for all interested in that calling. The first of the Paths Crossed series, it is crafted in 76 chapters appearing in chronological order. Every chapter stands alone as a short story, although many are enriched by prior episodes, and within each are embedded lessons learned. Chapters are accented with pictures and quotes and validated with articles and documents. From blunders to brilliance, these accounts let the reader witness dedication, perseverance, and even sacrifice. Foremost, the stark yet precious reality of law enforcement is made real.
248 pages, Paperback
First published February 9, 2013
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February 14, 2024
I'm normally a reader of fiction, but having worked a career in law enforcement (natural resources in my case) in a neighbouring jurisdiction (Ontario), I felt right at home reading Clif Edwards's "war stories."
Ontario and Michigan may be on opposite sides of an international boundary, but we share a Great Lake and our industrial economies are closely tied together.
Beginning in the mid-1970s when he joined the Michigan State Police, Edwards describes takedowns and investigations, both successful and not, personalities of the bad guys, their victims and the good guys, equipment (who doesn't remember Plymouth Fury cruisers with a single rotating red light on top). He describes his career paths and challenges to getting there, as well as the challenges of family life for himself and all folks in law enforcement.
I'll be passing my copy along to a fifteen year old grandson who is eager to choose a career in policing.
Ontario and Michigan may be on opposite sides of an international boundary, but we share a Great Lake and our industrial economies are closely tied together.
Beginning in the mid-1970s when he joined the Michigan State Police, Edwards describes takedowns and investigations, both successful and not, personalities of the bad guys, their victims and the good guys, equipment (who doesn't remember Plymouth Fury cruisers with a single rotating red light on top). He describes his career paths and challenges to getting there, as well as the challenges of family life for himself and all folks in law enforcement.
I'll be passing my copy along to a fifteen year old grandson who is eager to choose a career in policing.
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