At Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor
At Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981
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BetaAt Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981873
Book • Nonfiction
Pearl Harbor • 1940s
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World History•
US History1981
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
At Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor by Gordon W. Prange examines the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor. It provides an in-depth analysis of strategic decisions from both American and Japanese perspectives, revealing the complex factors that contributed to the surprise attack and its impact on World War II.
Informative
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Challenging
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Gordon W. Prange's At Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor offers a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the events leading up to the Pearl Harbor attack. Praised for its depth and detail, some readers may find its extensive narrative overwhelming. Nonetheless, it provides valuable insights into both American and Japanese perspectives.
Who Should Read At Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor?
A reader interested in At Dawn We Slept would enjoy detailed historical narratives, particularly those focusing on World War II. Fans of Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand or Flags of Our Fathers by James Bradley will appreciate Prange's meticulous research and engaging storytelling about Pearl Harbor.
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Book • Nonfiction
Pearl Harbor • 1940s
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World History•
US History1981
Adult
18+ years
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