Why did Japanese soldiers fight with such ferocious determination in the Pacific War? Why did they choose death over surrender, even when defeat was inevitable?Honorable Death explores the powerful cultural, military, and psychological forces that drove Japanese soldiers to embrace gyokusai—fighting to the last man. From the Bushido warrior code to the brutal realities of Imperial Japanese Army indoctrination, this book reveals how ordinary men were transformed into soldiers who vi...

"A terrific read about the pivotal battle on Guadalcanal." – ReviewerA powerful account of the tide turning WW2 Pacific Theater campaign.In the height of the second world war, US forces launched a long and gruelling campaign to take the island of Guadalcanal, mounting the first major land attack against Japanese forces. What followed was a 6-month string of devastating battles as these two forces wrestled over this key military position.In ...

"Fast and furious, great read!" – ReviewerLost in the desert, the Nazis are the least of his problems.Stationed on an aircraft carrier in the heart of the Mediterranean, WWII pilot John Archer serves his country by going head-to-head with the Luftwaffe in the struggle for the North African front. And after he's given his next death-defying mission—to infiltrate enemy lines in Libya and steal top-secret intel—he jumps at the chance.But when ...

"A thoughtful and gripping account of the beginnings of the War in the Pacific." – ReviewerDiscover a newfound appreciation for the war in the Pacific.From the shores of Cape Gloucester to the quiet atolls and islands of the Solomon Sea, the Second World War left a profound mark on this sheltered corner of the globe, which would be felt for decades to come. Caught in the center of a vicious struggle between two superpowers, these islands would form...

"Awesome Stories from those that Served in World War 2." ─ ReviewerHow soon we forget. Or perhaps, we were never told.This book brings you firsthand accounts of combat and brotherhood, of captivity and redemption, and the aftermath of a war that left no community unscathed in the world. The stories have everything from spies and snipers to submarines and air raids. A great book for anyone who wants to learn what it was like during WW2.By th...

" Putin is making the same mistakes that doomed Hitler when he invaded the Soviet Union." – ReviewerA Gripping and Riveting Short History of Operation BarbarossaIn just four weeks in the summer of 1941, the German Wehrmacht wrought unprecedented destruction on four Soviet armies. They conquered central Ukraine, killing or capturing three-quarters of a million men.This is an informative and insightful military history of the Battles of Kyiv ...

Awesome Stories from those that Served in World War 2The Second World War was the most devastating conflict in human history. From spies and snipers to submarines and air raids. Their stories of bravery and courage have filled thousands of history books.This book brings you firsthand accounts of combat and brotherhood, of captivity and redemption, and the aftermath of a war that left no community unscathed in the world. The stories have everything ...

"An outstanding description of a brutal battle." – ReviewerA gripping insight into the war for New Guinea and the operation for Cape Gloucester.Determined to capture a pivotal island in their war against the Japanese, the US 1st Marine Division were faced with a challenging task – to land on the fortified peninsula of Cape Gloucester and capture its two vital airfields.Taking the peninsula and the island of New Britain would give them a vit...

"Great book for Marines, former Marines and history buffs!" – ReviewerA powerful account of the Marine Raiders during World War IIMarine Raiders were special operations forces established during the Pacific campaign to conduct amphibious light infantry warfare. "Edson's" Raiders of 1st Marine Raider Battalion and "Carlson's" Raiders of 2nd Marine Raider Battalion were the first US special operations forces to form and see combat during World War II...

"Stunning stories that weave together the major fronts of WWI into a sweeping narrative." ─ Reviewer"A masterfully told story of triumph and redemption in a powerfully drawn survival epic." – Reviewer"A thrill a minute. You don't have to be a World War I buff to savor this one." ─ Reviewer"Having served in Iraq, the comparisons to Wooten's World War I experiences with my own were remarkable." – Reviewer"Compelling . . ...

"A terrific story of the American heroes who gave every ounce of their strength and courage to kick open the gate to Tokyo." – ReviewerExplore the battle for Tarawa in a fascinating new light.The war for the Pacific rages on. The US has set their sights on the Tarawa atoll – a small yet vital island which, if captured, would give the Allies a powerful stepping stone into the heart of Japanese waters and the rest of the Gilbert Islands. Through a co...

The war that ended an empire. The decisions that created a century of conflict.In 1914, the Ottoman Empire had ruled the Middle East for six centuries. By 1923, it had been erased from the map—carved up by victorious powers in Paris and London who drew borders that would spark conflicts for the next hundred years.Last Sultan's War tells the epic story of World War I's forgotten front: from the disastrous Allied invasion at Gallipoli to Lawrence of ...