At Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor

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Summary: AN EXCELLENT IN-DEPTH ACCOUNT
Review: While there have been many books written on the story of Pearl Harbor, this is by far one of the most detailed accounts. The book portrays fair and accurate detail from all sides and all perspectives. Gordon Prange's analysis from pre-attack to aftermath is thorough and complete, leaving the reader with much to comtemplate and digest. I certainly found the book to be presented in an objective and analytic manner. The writing style is rather wordy and scattered; however, the content more than compensates for the lack of quality editing skills. If you are an avid war buff or have a personal interest in Pearl Harbour, you will want to read this book. It is, however, quite lengthy and thought-provoking; therefore, the type of book one wants to peruse and digest slowly.

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Summary: Thorough coverage of the post attack investigations
Review: Wonderfully researched and written, this book is a must read for anyone interested in Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. The book moves slowly at first, but picks up as the Japanese begin to put plans and thoughts into action. Thoroughly researched and footnoted, the book covers the pre-war planning, the attack and the aftermath. I found the coverage of the post attack investigations and congressional hearings fascinating in light of the current 9/11 Commission. The author is fair and presents the facts in a manner that allows the reader to draw his or her own conclusions about the causes/failures/mistakes regarding the destruction of a large portion of the US Pacific Fleet.

Rating:
Summary: Thorough coverage of the post attack investigations
Review: Wonderfully researched and written, this book is a must read for anyone interested in Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. The book moves slowly at first, but picks up as the Japanese begin to put plans and thoughts into action. Thoroughly researched and footnoted, the book covers the pre-war planning, the attack and the aftermath. I found the coverage of the post attack investigations and congressional hearings fascinating in light of the current 9/11 Commission. The author is fair and presents the facts in a manner that allows the reader to draw his or her own conclusions about the causes/failures/mistakes regarding the destruction of a large portion of the US Pacific Fleet.