The Pacific
by Hugh Ambrose
The Pacific by Hugh Ambrose holds a highly rated rating of 4.09 out of 5, based on 9K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 489 pages.
About The Pacific
Penguin delivers you to the front lines of The Pacific Theater with the real-life stories behind the HBO miniseries.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 the five men who put their lives on the line for our country. To deepen the story revealed in the 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. Some considered war a profession, others enlisted as citizen soldiers. Each man served in a different part of the war, but their respective duties required every ounce of their courage and their strength to defeat an enemy who preferred suicide to surrender. The medals for valor which were pinned on three of them came at a shocking price-a price paid in full by all.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Hugh Ambrose |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 489 |
| Kindle Price | $10.99 |
| Genres | History, Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 4.09 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,035 |
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What genre is The Pacific?
The Pacific is categorized as History, Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is The Pacific worth reading?
Based on 9K reader ratings, The Pacific has an average score of 4.09 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Pacific?
The Pacific has 489 pages.
Who wrote The Pacific?
The Pacific was written by Hugh Ambrose. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for The Pacific?
The ISBN-13 for The Pacific is 9780451230230.0.
How much does The Pacific cost on Kindle?
The Pacific is available on Kindle for $10.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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