Ballantine, New York, December 1973, 1st pr thus.  ISBN 0-345-23657-2.  MMPB 244 pages followed by ads.  Wraps show edge and cover wear, creases and reading creases, tape repair at spine head and tail; age toning and spots on rear wrap.  Binding sound with a bit of a roll.  Prior owner’s name inked on first page; stain in upper margin of a few pages.  ‘John Godfrey was a man who had it all – a legendary reputation as a wartime air ace, public office if he wanted it, a beautiful and beloved wife, fine children, a flourishing business.  This is the story of his life – the story of a rebellious kid who became a hero, of a man’s tough adjustments to civilian life, of finding tranquility in his work, his family, and the wilderness of Maine.  Finally, it is the story of John Godfrey’s gallant last battle – a battle against the rare killer disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis – and of a kind o f courage far above the sort that wins medals in faraway wars.’ (from rear wrap)