Conversations with Major Dick Winters

Life Lessons from the Commander of the Band of Brothers

By: Cole C. Kingseed

Narrated by: Tom Weiner

On the hellish battlefields of World War II Europe, Major Dick Winters led his Easy Company - the now-legendary Band of Brothers - from the confusion and chaos of the D-day invasion to the final capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest.

But Winters' story didn't end there; it was only the beginning.

He was a quiet, reluctant hero whose modesty and strength drew the admiration of not only his men but millions worldwide. Now comes the story of Dick Winters in his last years as witnessed and experienced by his good friend Cole C. Kingseed.

Kingseed shares the formative experiences that made Winters such an effective leader. He addresses Winters' experiences and leadership during the war; his intense, unbreakable devotion to his men; his search for peace, both without and within, after the war; and how fame forced him to make adjustments to an international audience of well-wishers and admirers, even as he attempted to leave a lasting legacy before joining his fallen comrades. Following Winters' death on January 2, 2011, the outpouring of grief and adulation for one of this nation's preeminent leaders of character, courage, and competence shows just how great a mark he left on the world.

This is a story of leadership, fame, and friendship and the journey of one man's struggle to find the peace that he promised himself if he survived World War II.

©2014 Cole C. Kingseed (P)2014 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

What a real hero is.

Very moving and inspirational. If more were like Major Winters , the world would be a far better place. There was nothing I disliked about this book. I felt so many different emotions while listening. If you have seen A Band of Brothers , then this is a must to hear.

inspiring!

This will change Your life!! Leadership lived and caught is better than leadership attained and bought.

great story about a great man

fantastic insight into a great American. A shining example of what we should all strive to be.

Absolutely Enthralling

The story of an American Hero given the respect and honor that it absolutely proper. Thank you!

Several repetitive chapters.

There were several parts of repetition covered in multiple chapters. Still good insight into Winters.

Honestly Wonderful

If you could sum up Conversations with Major Dick Winters in three words, what would they be?

Forthright - Historical - Insightful

What was one of the most memorable moments of Conversations with Major Dick Winters?

The repeated simple philosophy of Dick Winters. "Hang Tough"

What does Tom Weiner bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

A conversational life

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

"Hang Tough"

Any additional comments?

This is a must listen after you listen to "Band of Brothers"

For those who want to know more.

I am very much enjoyed learning more about the details on a personal side of the Major and his relationships with people.

Role Model

A true Hero wish we had more people with Major Winters morals. A gentleman and a scholar.

Interesting book about a war hero

I feel super disrespectful not giving this 5 stars all around, which why I waited so long to review it. While it is good, it doesn't have the same power as the other books about the Band of Brothers and the members of it. It is certainly worth reading or listening to, and I plan to further explore WWII, D-Day, and the Band of Brothers or Easy Company.

If it weren't for brave souls like Major Dick Winters who knows how long the war would have lasted and what the eventual outcome would have been. But still I give this a respectful 4 stars all around

Anyone interested in leadership needs this book

This book talks about an incredible combat leader by his simple, direct and honest pursuit of personal excellence.