SYDNEY, Australia, July 21, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- John Vaux's controversial new book, The Death Dodger, dares to put an entirely new spin on one of the most famous and complex men in history. Benedict Arnold was arguably the greatest soldier and sinner of all time. Here is the story of his life -- but written with a difference. Tackling the touchy, taboo subject from an entirely new angle, Vaux analyses the man and his brutal, war-ravaged times challenging the reader to give the much-maligned hero a fair go.
In this most unusual of novels, names have been changed to protect the not-so-innocent, so as to close the door on preconceived prejudices and open the window on objectivity. It's amazing what a difference it makes! By facilitating this simple shift in mindset, Vaux opens the way . . . letting blow in fresh ideas of understanding and forgiveness. The question is: Are Americans prepared to accept the idea that they may have been wrong about this man of mystery all along? Are they ready to let go of their most sacred, time-held beliefs and give credit where credit was due?
About the Author
Author of The Buck Passer, John Vaux is also the owner of an advertising agency in Sydney. For many years prior, he worked for Rolling Stone magazine and the newspaper industry in Australia. The Death Dodger is the second in his controversial series of novels, which challenge our preconceived ideas and prejudices about the most notorious people of all time. Each book throwing a whole new light on famous figures such as Benedict Arnold, Pontius Pilate and Albert Speer -- men whose characters and actions have been vilified by history. To Vaux, however, there are always two sides to every story. And his side is one you will not expect. John Vaux lives in Sydney, Australia.
The Death Dodger -- By John Vaux
Publication Date: December 23, 2003
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