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The Empire Falls: Battle of Midway
Text by Steve White
Cover Art by Gary Erskine
Comic Strip Art by Richard Elson
- Product Category: Books > New Books > Nonfiction
- Osprey Publishing, 2006
- Softcover
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.6 x 0.2 inches
- 48 pages
- Original retail price: $9.95
This is a new book from a smoke-free home. There is a remainder mark: a small red dot at the bottom of the text block. Minimal shelf wear.
Includes Limited Edition Poster inside the book.
One of the most important naval battles in history, Midway marked a crucial turning point in the war in the Pacific. With a fleet that had dominated this theater since the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Japanese anticipated certain victory against the US forces. Outgunned and under strength, the US Navy nevertheless had superior intelligence that cracked the code well before the battle's onset: the Japanese ambush did not come as a surprise. From July 4-7, 1942, the US dealt a devastating blow to the Imperial Japanese Fleet, sinking four irreplaceable aircraft carriers, and clearing the way for the island-hopping US counterattack. Characterized by espionage, daring, luck, and extreme heroism on both sides, the story of Midway is vividly retold in compelling graphic novel format. This book also includes eight pages of authoritative information, placing the battle in its historical context, describing the key players, and its build-up and aftermath.
Contents
Table of contents · Who's who · Background to the Historic Battle · The Battle · Aftermath · Glossary · Additional Resources
Osprey Graphic History present compelling true stories of war in a gripping comic strip narrative, written and developed by renowned comic book writers and illustrators, which will appeal to children and adults alike. The stories are supported by a wealth of historical detail, including further reading on the causes and consequences of the events, the key players, a glossary of important terms and where to find out more. Fast-paced action, historical accuracy, exciting art and comprehensive supporting materials complete these stories of momentous events in history.
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