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Summary: Reading In Harm's Way
Review: An excellent book that really seems to capture the struggle of these young sailors. It not only does a great job of telling the story, but delves deep into the emotional and physical challenges that these men suffered during their days adrift at sea. I read one other book on the sinking of the Indianapolis, but this one was by far much better. I recommended it to a friend, and she finished it in two days! Give it a read!
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Summary: Well-written account of the naval disaster
Review: I had read "ABANDON SHIP" by Richard Newcomb right before reading IN HARM'S WAY. While the latter lacks the technical details provided by the older title, it makes up for it in readability. IN HARM'S WAY dwelves much more into the psychological drama of the men who perished and the ones who survived. It thoroughly catches your attention because it's almost written like a novel, whereas ABANDON SHIP sets a more formal tone from start to finish. I'd suggest that you read both if you want to know everything about this naval disaster and the injustice in the aftermath. Starting off with IN HARM'S WAY would probably be the best introduction to this historical event.
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Summary: In Harm's Way: A Little Editing Could Have Helped
Review: The disastrous last day of USS Indianapolis became a semi-coverup, and a major Navy disgrace made minor.Doug Stanton reveals the unutterable horror endured by "Indy's" ship's company in his book "In Harm's Way." Extensively researched in detail, including interviews with survivors, this narrative is presented in a logical sequence of events. This book is a must for naval history buffs. That said, a small but significant defect is in the author's initial presentation of the ship's company and his knowledge of naval and shipboard customs. Stanton insists on referring to ship's company as "boys." These were men with commensurate duties, responsibilities and accountabilities. They were paid a man's wage, respected as men, and many died as men. Stanton's obvious lack of knowledge in engineering, navigation, gunnery, shipboard terminology and customs of the service manifests itself through glaring errors; simple editing by a knowledgeable naval person would have avoided this. Thankfully, these errors are confined mostly to the first portion of the narrative, and none of them detract from the outrageous and unnecessarily prolonged torture the officers and men of the Indianapolis endured. None of these defects should deter anyone from reading this book.
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Summary: Let us not forget...
Review: The author does an excellent job of sharing the tragic story of the USS Indianapolis with the reader. The book is straight-forward, very little opinion from the author, just the facts and words and thoughts from the individuals involved. It's one of those books that you don't want to put down once you start reading. An excellent work, very fast read. I was glad it was minus the scholarly, college-professor type words and writing style. Right to the point, not beating around the bush in an effort to fill pages. Respectful of the individuals involved in the tragedy. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
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Summary: One of the best disaster books ever
Review: This book kept me up at night! Once I started reading it I could not put it down. It is well written and well paced. A real page turner. The courage of the men of the Indy will inspire many. They indured things that most of us could not even imagine. Well done to each of them, may their remaining years be filled with comfort and care. Thanks Doug for bring us not just the facts but the heart behind this dramitic story.
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Summary: In Harm's Way
Review: If anyone is interested in Navy History, If you want to experience true heroism,love and compassion for your brothers,This is the audio to listen to. It's exciting, heartbreaking and you just become part of it. The only regret I feel in this book is it is a true story.Just want to say THANK-YOU to my Father and the rest of our military soldiers. Corkie
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Summary: A Moving War Story
Review: This book is a great read for those interested in World War II and the USS Indianapolis. Stanton does a great job of humanizing the crew so that you can better identify with the members of this illfated ship. It allows the normal person to remember that the people that fought in the war were regular people, some of which where put through terrible experiences. The book takes you through a range of emotions ranging from excitement to anger and saddness. At the very least it leaves you with a better understanding of the story that barely made the front page of American newspapers.
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Summary: Bone Chilling.
Review: The story of the U.S.S. Indianapolis is one of heroism and true horror. If you have ever seen Jaws you know the score. I salute the survivors and the fallen they are true American heroes.
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Summary: Wow. I could not put it down.
Review: I got so engrossed in this great book, I literally read through the night, and realized at 6:00 a.m. it was getting light out. The writing is so immediate, I got a clear mental picture of the horror that was going on as these brave men endured the unimaginable. I had heard of the Indianapolis tragedy, but many have not. When this ship failed to arrive at its destination on time, after being sunk by the Japanese, it is through a series of inexcusable snafus that no one realizes they are missing, and they have to float helplessly in rafts, while one after another, they are eaten by sharks. The author did a fantasitic job researching the entire story so many years later. He spoke at length to some heroic survivors, and their families. This book should be must reading in school history classes. I can't recommend it enough. Just don't start reading it if you have somewhere you have to be soon. :-)
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Summary: Heart Wrenching account of personal bravery and sacrifice
Review: This is the story of the USS Indianapolis and the story of what happened to her crew in the closing days pf World War II. It is told from the perspective of survivors, and you can not help but be moved by the bravery and valor of the men involved. It is a fast read and a well written book.
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