Tower of Skulls
- 768 pages
- 27 hours of reading
The first book in a new three-volume history of the Asia-Pacific War, by the acclaimed author of Downfall and Guadalcanal.
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Richard B. Frank is an author whose works often delve into significant historical events and their impact on individuals. His writing style is recognized for its thoroughness and engaging narrative, drawing readers into complex subjects. Frank focuses on uncovering the nuances and human stories behind major occurrences, offering a distinctive perspective on history. His contributions are valued for their informational depth and capacity to provoke thoughtful consideration.
Lebendige Vergangenheit am Zürichsee und anderswo
- 139 pages
- 5 hours of reading
In a riveting narrative that includes information from newly declassified documents, acclaimed historian Richard B. Frank gives a scrupulously detailed explanation of the critical months leading up to the dropping of the atomic bomb. Frank explains how American leaders learned in the summer of 1945 that their alternate strategy to end the war by invasion had been shattered by the massive Japanese buildup on Kyushu, and that intercepted diplomatic documents also revealed the dismal prospects of negotiation. Here also, for the first time, is a comprehensive account of how Japan's leaders were willing to risk complete annihilation to preserve the nation's existing order. Frank's comprehensive account demolishes long-standing myths with the stark realities of this great historical controversy.