Death Is Lighter than a Feather
“Death Is Lighter than a Feather” by David Westheimer is an illustrated edition published by the University of North Texas Press on June 1, 2000. This historical fiction novel delves into the events of May 25, 1945, during the intense conflict between American and Japanese forces on Okinawa, focusing on the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff’s plans for an amphibious invasion aimed at Japan.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the military strategies involved in “Operation Olympic” and “Operation Coronet,” which were designed to capture Kyushu and the Tokyo area, respectively. Westheimer’s work is noted for its meticulous research, providing insights into a pivotal moment in history. With 388 pages, this edition presents a comprehensive narrative that engages with the complexities of wartime decision-making and its implications.
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On May 25, 1945, while American and Japanese forces on Okinawa were locked in bitter struggle, the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff sent out plans for an amphibious invasion which would subjugate Japan. “Operation Olympic” was to seize Kyushu, while “Operation Coronet” was to strike directly against the Tokyo area.
Westheimer’s meticulously researched novel about this plan startled readers in the 1970s.
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