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Patrolling the Heart of the West: True Tales of a Nevada State Trooper

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Patrolling the Heart of the West: True Tales of a Nevada State Trooper"Told with great humor and compassion, Raabe's tales show us the heart behind the badge." Michael Gurian, NY Times bestselling author of The Wonder of Boys "Raabe's stories reflect "the good, the bad and the ugly" aspects of patrolling our highways. Patrolling the Heart of the West will bring a new appreciation for the unique role and responsibilities of state troopers, especially those who work in rural or remote areas." G Paul Corbin, criminal

"Told with great humor and compassion, Raabe's tales show us the heart behind the badge."
--Michael Gurian, NY Times bestselling author of The Wonder of Boys

"Raabe's stories reflect "the good, the bad and the ugly" aspects of patrolling our highways. Patrolling the Heart of the West will bring a new appreciation for the unique role and responsibilities of state troopers, especially those who work in rural or remote areas."
--G Paul Corbin, criminal justice professor and former chief of the Nevada Highway Patrol

From the back cover:

For decades, Trooper Steve Raabe patrolled some of the most desolate and dangerous highways in America. Alone in the remote Nevada desert, miles from any backup, Raabe was forced to contend with murderers, thieves, perverts, dope peddlers, and the occasional runaway train.

While often tragic and terrifying, Raabe's true tales also abound with his signature wit and playful good cheer. Policing can be a deadly serious business, but for Raabe it also entailed buying a prisoner an ice cream cone on a hot summer day, or laughing along with some good old boys before booking them into jail, as you'll discover in Patrolling the Heart of the West.

In our contentious and politicized era, when police officers are too often portrayed as either infallible superheroes or oppressive henchmen, Raabe's charming collection reminds us that cops are mostly just ordinary men and women who've chosen an extraordinary career.

More praise for Patrolling the Heart of the West:

"Whether you have an interest in law enforcement, are a fan of all things Nevadan, or just want to enjoy a good book that you won't want to put down once you start reading it, you'll find Patrolling the Heart of the West to be a memorable read. Highly recommended."
--Excerpt from Readers' Favorite, review by Kimberlee J Benart

"Patrolling the Heart of the West is a quick, entertaining and informative glimpse into an important, sometimes dangerous career spent in a little understood corner of the country."
--Ed Pearce, Senior Reporter, KOLO-TV Reno

"Perhaps the most endearing police memoir yet written. As a son and brother of cops, I admire the humanity Raabe brings to each of these stories."
--Jon Gosch, author of Deep Fire Rise

"Patrolling the Heart of the West is a thoroughly entertaining and enlightening read. With a style reminiscent of the war stories exchanged during a law-enforcement family barbecue, Raabe's skill as a storyteller is evident as he imparts his wisdom and experience with a unique sense of humor, candor, and insightfulness."
--Andy Brown, author of Warnings Unheeded: Twin Tragedies at Fairchild Air Force Base

"Raabe tells his experiences with excellent accuracy, grace and wit. I couldn't put the book down "
--Colonel Michael Hood, Nevada Highway Patrol



Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Latah Books
Published: 06/15/2018
ISBN: 9780999707524
Pages: 238
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 8.25h x 5.50w x 0.54d
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