Title
Shattered Sword: The Untold Story of the Battle of Midway,Used
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Shattered Sword [is] a necessary read for anyone interested in the Pacific War.NYMAS ReviewShattered Sword is the winner of the 2005 John Lyman Book Award for the 'Best Book in U.S. Naval History' and was cited by Proceedings as one of its 'Notable Naval Books' for 2005.Many consider the Battle of Midway to have turned the tide of the Pacific War. It is without question one of the most famous battles in history. Now, for the first time since Gordon W. Pranges bestselling Miracle at Midway, Jonathan Parshall and Anthony Tully offer a new interpretation of this great naval engagement. Unlike previous accounts, Shattered Sword makes extensive use of Japanese primary sources. It also corrects the many errors of Mitsuo Fuchidas Midway: The Battle That Doomed Japan, an uncritical reliance upon which has tainted every previous Western account. It thus forces a major, potentially controversial reevaluation of the great battle.Parshall and Tully examine the battle in detail and effortlessly place it within the context of the Imperial Navys doctrine and technology. With a foreword by leading World War II naval historian John Lundstrom, Shattered Sword is an indispensable part of any military buffs library.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Shattered Sword: The Untold Story of the Battle of Midway'? A: The book provides a new interpretation of the Battle of Midway, utilizing Japanese primary sources to correct previous errors and reevaluate this pivotal naval engagement.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Shattered Sword'? A: The authors are Jonathan Parshall and Anthony Tully, both of whom are recognized for their expertise on the Pacific War.
- Q: How many pages does 'Shattered Sword' have? A: 'Shattered Sword' contains a total of 640 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Shattered Sword' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Shattered Sword' a new or used book? A: The book is listed as a new item in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Shattered Sword' published? A: 'Shattered Sword' was published on November 1, 2007.
- Q: What accolades has 'Shattered Sword' received? A: 'Shattered Sword' won the 2005 John Lyman Book Award for the Best Book in U.S. Naval History and was cited as one of the Notable Naval Books for 2005 by Proceedings.
- Q: Is there any additional content in 'Shattered Sword'? A: Yes, 'Shattered Sword' includes an illustrated edition, which may contain maps and other visual aids to support the narrative.
- Q: What perspective does 'Shattered Sword' provide about the Battle of Midway? A: The book offers a detailed analysis of the battle within the context of the Imperial Navy's doctrine and technology, challenging previous Western accounts.
- Q: Who wrote the foreword for 'Shattered Sword'? A: The foreword is written by John Lundstrom, a leading historian on World War II naval engagements.