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Guncrank Diaries
The complete collection of John Connor's original Guncrank Diaries is all right here including excuses, alibis, pithy observations and general ephus.
John Connor is a soldier, cop, father, lover of dogs, protector of the defenseless, guardian of what’s right — and a fierce foe of what’s wrong. He’s fought evil, brutality and tyranny in the jungles of Vietnam, as a cop on the city streets of a major Southern California city, and in a host of god-forsaken places around the world. His friends often have very unusual names, and all remain fiercely loyal — and for very good reasons. This book isn’t about what you think, either. Not at all. It’s not just simply a series of columns John wrote for the pages of American Handgunner Magazine. They’re stories, yes, but each has a meaning stronger than the words on the paper convey. Each one will drag deep-rooted, powerful memories from deep within you about things that were, or might have been. The effect this modest book will have on you won’t buff out easily. Be prepared to be changed. What readers say about Guncrank
"Darn it Connor, stop it-stop it-stop it... my old eyes are not as tough as they used to be. Your story of the custom colt was just wonderful. I forwarded it to my wife ... now her eyes are leaking too. so just stop it!"
~ Gary M.
"I don’t give a damn if the writer of Guncrank is or was a super secret special forces tacti-cool bad ass or if he was a truck driver or a mess sergeant. I like what he writes. I enjoy it because it is entertaining. And its usually just plain funny. So whoever you are thanks, I appreciate what your do or did."
~ Just an Army Guy
"Like fine wine, Connor's insights age well and remain cogent. More please."
~ Doc H
John Connor is a soldier, cop, father, lover of dogs, protector of the defenseless, guardian of what’s right — and a fierce foe of what’s wrong. He’s fought evil, brutality and tyranny in the jungles of Vietnam, as a cop on the city streets of a major Southern California city, and in a host of god-forsaken places around the world. His friends often have very unusual names, and all remain fiercely loyal — and for very good reasons. This book isn’t about what you think, either. Not at all. It’s not just simply a series of columns John wrote for the pages of American Handgunner Magazine. They’re stories, yes, but each has a meaning stronger than the words on the paper convey. Each one will drag deep-rooted, powerful memories from deep within you about things that were, or might have been. The effect this modest book will have on you won’t buff out easily. Be prepared to be changed. What readers say about Guncrank
"Darn it Connor, stop it-stop it-stop it... my old eyes are not as tough as they used to be. Your story of the custom colt was just wonderful. I forwarded it to my wife ... now her eyes are leaking too. so just stop it!"
~ Gary M.
"I don’t give a damn if the writer of Guncrank is or was a super secret special forces tacti-cool bad ass or if he was a truck driver or a mess sergeant. I like what he writes. I enjoy it because it is entertaining. And its usually just plain funny. So whoever you are thanks, I appreciate what your do or did."
~ Just an Army Guy
"Like fine wine, Connor's insights age well and remain cogent. More please."
~ Doc H
202 pages, Paperback
Published February 9, 2021
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About the author
John Connor
97 books10 followersJohn Connor is the pen name of Tom Winship. John Connor recently left his job as a barrister to write full time. During the fifteen years of his legal career he prosecuted numerous homicide cases in West Yorkshire and London. He advised the police in numerous proactive drugs and organised crime operations, many involving covert activity. He now lives in Brussels with his wife and two young children.
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Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
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September 13, 2023
This is an interesting book of personal experiences and wisdom from someone who has been there and done that. I enjoyed reading this book because it is different from most other books like this you read because he is not trying to sell you on his opinion, he just gives it take it or leave it. The bottom line always be prepared for things you don't want to happen.
March 6, 2022
Amazing, entertaining anecdotal and REAL History
Connor is missed. Anyone who has had the opportunity to listen to the people who have 'been there 'n done that' recognizes the truth imbedded in humor as expressed in his writings.
Connor is missed. Anyone who has had the opportunity to listen to the people who have 'been there 'n done that' recognizes the truth imbedded in humor as expressed in his writings.
August 12, 2021
this book should be required reading every anti gun idiots and politician , and recommended to every gun owner and self proclaimed gun nut
February 10, 2022
Worth a second reading.
I have two copies of gun cranks because I want to always have a copy.
I love Connor stories.
Good reading.
I have two copies of gun cranks because I want to always have a copy.
I love Connor stories.
Good reading.
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews