The Pacific Hell Was an Ocean Away
The Pacific Hell Was an Ocean Away by Hugh Ambrose is a First Edition published by Penguin on September 6, 2011. This 560-page book presents an official companion to the Emmy® Award-winning HBO® miniseries, exploring the experiences of five men connected by fate during World War II. The narrative spans from America’s retreat from China in late 1941 to General MacArthur’s arrival in Japan in August 1945, detailing key battles against Japan, including Bataan, Midway, and Guadalcanal.
Readers will find a focus on the real-life stories of these men, highlighting their sacrifices and the challenges they faced throughout the war. The book delves into significant military events and the emotional toll of combat, offering insights into the broader historical context of the conflict. With its exploration of themes related to history, military service, and personal sacrifice, this edition provides a comprehensive look at the Pacific theater during World War II.
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The New York Times bestselling official companion book to the Emmy® Award-winning HBO® miniseries.
Look for The Pacific miniseries, now available to stream on Netflix!
Between America’s retreat from China in late November 1941 and the moment General MacArthur’s airplane touched down on the Japanese mainland in August of 1945, five men connected by happenstance fought the key battles of the war against Japan. From the debacle in Bataan, to the miracle at Midway and the relentless vortex of Guadalcanal, their solemn oaths to their country later led one to the Great Marianas Turkey Shoot and the others to the coral strongholds of Peleliu, the black terraces of Iwo Jima and the killing fields of Okinawa, until at last the survivors enjoyed a triumphant, yet uneasy, return home.
In The Pacific, Hugh Ambrose focuses on the real-life stories of five men who put their lives on the line for our country. To deepen the story revealed in the HBO® miniseries and go beyond it, the book dares to chart a great ocean of enmity known as the Pacific and the brave men who fought.
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