Clyde Michael McLain

Letters
From Pearl

Love and Laughter Amidst the Waves of War:
A Sailor’s Journey through WWII in the Pacific

Pacific Ocean, Baja California Sur, MX

About The Author

Mike lived in and around US Navy bases as he grew up. Mike is proud of being a “Navy Brat with 20 years in the US Navy before leaving home.” From college to Service Engineer positions with IBM Corporation and Hewlett-Packard, his business travel took him to Japan, Singapore, Europe and Israel, working with various cultures on business solutions. A hands-on farmer, rancher, explorer, archeologist, builder. His hobbies, besides traveling, are motorcycling – throughout North and Central Americas (over 200,000 miles on a motorcycle). Off-roading with Jeeps, Classic cars and restoration. After retiring in 2002, he spent most of the free time with charity projects, locally, and throughout Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Cuba. A frequent visitor of Baja California Mexico. A wood craft worker. A Native of Waukegan Illinois, he grew up in Southern California, Hawaii, and Northern California. Moved to Idaho. Married his high school sweetheart over 57 years ago, and has four grandkids in Idaho and Texas. A student of World War 2, especially of the War in the Pacific. A resident of Arizona during the winter.

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Mike lived in and around Us Navy bases as he grew up. Mike is proud of being a “Navy brat with 20 years in the US Navy before leaving home.” From college to Service Engineer positions with IBM Corporation and Hewlett-Packard, his business travel took him to Japan, Singapore, Europe and Israel, working with various cultures on business solutions. A hands-on farmer, rancher, explorer, archeologist, builder. His hobbies, besides traveling, are motorcycling – throughout North and Central Americas (over 200,000 miles on a motorcycle). Off-roading with Jeeps, Classic cars and their restoration.

After retiring in 2002, he spent most of the free time with charity projects, locally, and throughout Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Cuba. A frequent visitor of Baja California Mexico. A wood craft worker

Letters From Pearl

A young sailor in bootcamp unexpectedly meets a young woman as he goes off to war. Their brief encounter in the per-electronic age was the inspiration for a lifelong relationship set in the backdrop of the World War II US Naval Campaign in the Pacific. Submarines and sailors came and went during this thirty month assignment. A few funny moments happened during the war. The Letters written from Pearl Harbor gives a quick look into the effects of the war, on the home front and in the battlegrounds.

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A young sailor in bootcamp unexpectedly meets a young woman as he goes off to war. Their brief encounter in the per-electronic age was the inspiration for a lifelong relationship set in the backdrop of the World War II and the US Naval Campaign in the Pacific. Submarines and sailors came and went during this thirty month assignment. A few funny moments happened during the war. The Letters written from Pearl Harbor gives a quick look into the effects of the war, on the home front and in the battlegrounds.

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“Letters From Pearl” is an exquisite novel that takes readers on a heartfelt journey through time. The narrative skillfully weaves together the past and present through a series of captivating letters. Each letter reveals layers of emotions, secrets, and a rich family history. The characters are beautifully developed, making it easy to connect with their joys and struggles.

“Letters From Pearl” is an emotional rollercoaster that tugs at your heartstrings from the very first page. The author’s ability to evoke deep emotions through the art of storytelling is truly commendable. The letters feel incredibly authentic, providing a unique perspective on the characters’ lives. The book seamlessly blends historical elements with a modern narrative, creating a captivating tapestry of human experiences.

“I was truly moved by Letters From Pearl. The author has crafted a masterful story that delicately unfolds through a series of heartfelt letters. The characters are richly developed, and the narrative effortlessly transports readers to different eras, making it a truly immersive experience.