Gerard, Philip

Tells the story of the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, a division of the American Army during World War II made up of artists, actors, engineers, writers, electronics wizards, and others who used optical illusion, sleight of hand, radio misinformation, and other theatrical special effects to deceive the enemy.

Racial tension, riots, and conflict erupt in the middle class town of Wilmington, North Carolina.

Nonfiction is in the facts. Creative nonfiction is in the telling. It goes far beyond reporting. The creative nonfiction writer is intrigued by an event, a life, a conflict ... goes out to uncover facts, details and opinions ... and shapes it all into a piece of artistic truth delivered in a compelling narrative voice. A fresh perspective. With interesting turns of phrase, fresh metaphors, liveluy and often scenic presentation.