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Downfall

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SKU: 9780141001463

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“Downfall” (ISBN: 9780141001463) by Richard B. Frank unveils the critical months before the atomic bomb. Drawing on newly declassified documents, Frank reveals how Japan’s Kyushu buildup shattered invasion plans, diplomatic negotiations faltered, and Japanese leaders risked annihilation. Explore the myths and realities of this historical controversy with Frank’s meticulous research. A must-read for World War II history buffs.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780141001463
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 25
  • Height: 214 mm
  • No of Pages: 512
  • Series Title: English
  • Width: 140 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0141001461
  • Publisher Date: 01 May 2001
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: Reissue
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 29 mm
  • Weight: 462 gr

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

8 reviews for Downfall

  1. Ravi Yadav

    Downfall changed my perspective on WWII history! A vital contribution to understanding the Pacific theater’s final days.

  2. Sarvesh Maruti Darade

    Downfall offers a nuanced view, but I found some arguments repetitive. Worth reading for serious WWII enthusiasts only.

  3. Aritra Datta

    Excellent historical analysis! Frank provides a gripping narrative, dispelling myths about Japan’s surrender. Highly recommend!

  4. Rahul Bairwa

    An eye-opening exploration of the events leading to Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Frank’s insights are both fascinating and disturbing.

  5. Aadrika Gopal

    A solid account, though I wish there was more focus on the human cost of war, it’s more on political & military strategy.

  6. Sourav Kumar

    While informative, the book is dense and reads like a scholarly paper. Not the most accessible for casual readers.

  7. Swapnil Mitra

    A meticulously researched account of the Pacific War’s end. Frank challenges conventional wisdom, making this a compelling read.

  8. Fredrick Lakra

    Frank’s research is impressive, but the sheer detail can be overwhelming. Still, a valuable perspective on a complex moment in history.

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