The Fall of Japan

World War II #37

by Keith Wheeler

Book 37 of the TIme-Life World War II series. Profusely illustrated text recounts the events leading to the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the capitulation of Japan in W.W. II.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Military History, World War II, Japan

207 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1983

Reviews

[Jared · Rating 4 out of 5]

This volume details the Manhattan project and the dropping of atomic bombs on Japan which let to its surrender in August 1945. Chapter 4 is a detailed description of the survivors in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, a harrowing account.

[Jonathan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Genuinely thrilling account of the final days of WWII, including an incredibly detailed insider account of the Manhattan Project, as well as an insider's look at the Japanese "Big Six" and the political battles in the Emperor's palace. Incredible stuff, and the best entry so far in a tremendous series.

[Valerie Sherman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heartbreaking stories and photos from the development and use of the atom bomb, and the Japanese surrender.

[kanzash · Rating 5 out of 5]

I used this book for research for my history essay. I expected to be reading a boring bunch of facts regarding the atomic bomb, but the book provided much for information than that. I was actually intrigued by the series of events that led to the decision to use the atomic bomb. It felt to me like an interesting story, only it was real and actually happened. I enjoyed the "picture essays" throughout as well.

Very well written, fluent, easy to read and full of more information than you could expect. If you are looking to learn more about the fall of the Japanese empire, as well as the atomic bomb, this book is it.

[Robert Snow · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bought this Life Time series in the early 1980's on WWII, a volume came to the house every 2 or 3 months so I could take my reading. It was very informative and enjoyable read, I still use it for reference.

[Kirstie Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

What is the lesser of two evils? Is that even a valid question, or is it a dismissal, an excuse, a denial?

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very educational. Learned a lot about the atomic bomb and the events leading up to its use against Japan (tragic!).

[Vleegoodfellow · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Time-Life Picture Book. Includes wartime US propaganda images against the Japanese.

[Jerome Otte · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book. Includes the definitive account of the Manhattan project and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.However, the Soviet invasion of Manchuria does not get the detail it deserves.