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Tears In The Darkness: The Story Of The Bataan Death March And Its Aftermath-used
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Tears In The Darkness Is An Altogether New Look At World War Ii That Exposes The Myths Of War And Shows The Extent Of Suffering And Loss On Both Sides.For The First Four Months Of 1942, U.S., Filipino, And Japanese Soldiers Fought What Was America'S First Major Land Battle Of World War Ii, The Battle For The Tiny Philippine Peninsula Of Bataan. It Ended With The Surrender Of 76,000 Filipinos And Americans, The Single Largest Defeat In American Military History.The Defeat, Though, Was Only The Beginning, As Michael And Elizabeth M. Norman Make Dramatically Clear In This Powerfully Original Book. From Then Until The Japanese Surrendered In August 1945, The Prisoners Of War Suffered An Ordeal Of Unparalleled Cruelty And Savagery: Fortyone Months Of Captivity, Starvation Rations, Dehydration, Hard Labor, Deadly Disease, And Torturefar From The Machinations Of General Douglas Macarthur.The Normans Bring To The Story Remarkable Feats Of Reportage And Literary Empathy. Their Protagonist, Ben Steele, Is A Figure Out Of Hemingway: A Young Cowboy Turned Sketch Artist From Montana Who Joined The Army To See The World. Juxtaposed Against Steele'S Story And The Sobering Tale Of The Death March And Its Aftermath Is The Story Of A Number Of Japanese Soldiers.
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- Q: What is 'Tears in the Darkness' about? A: 'Tears in the Darkness' explores the Bataan Death March and its aftermath during World War II, revealing the suffering and loss experienced by U.S., Filipino, and Japanese soldiers.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Michael and Elizabeth M. Norman, who provide a detailed narrative based on historical events.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Tears in the Darkness' contains 463 pages, offering an in-depth account of the events discussed.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Tears in the Darkness', published on March 2, 2010.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Is the book suitable for younger readers? A: Given its themes of war, suffering, and historical events, parental discretion is advised for younger readers.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in the book? A: The book highlights themes of war, suffering, resilience, and the impact of historical events on both soldiers and civilians.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: 'Tears in the Darkness' is suitable for educational use, especially in courses focusing on World War II and military history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: What historical events does the book cover? A: The book covers the Bataan Death March, the subsequent captivity of POWs, and the broader context of World War II in the Pacific.