The Road Past Mandalay

Name: The Road Past Mandalay
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780304361571
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By John Masters

Series: W&N Military

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The Road Past Mandalay by John Masters is a gripping memoir that recounts the author's experiences during World War II in the Far East. Masters, who served as a British Army officer, details his journey through conflict and leadership challenges, set amidst the backdrop of India and Burma. The book offers a vivid portrayal of both the trials of military life and personal growth during one of history's most turbulent periods.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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If you're fascinated by personal and historical narratives, you might enjoy this captivating memoir that offers a vivid account of a soldier's experiences during World War II, blending adventure with deep introspection. John's journey through the Burma Campaign provides not just military insights but also a profound personal exploration that history buffs and memoir enthusiasts will find engaging.

The Road Past Mandalay

First hand account of British special forces operations behind Japanese lines during the Second World War.

Dramatic story of behind-the-lines jungle warfare A true military classic comparable with George Macdonald Fraser's QUARTERED SAFE OUT HERE Is the sequel to BUGLES AND A TIGER, also published as a Cassell Military Paperback

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This is the second part of John Masters' autobiography: how he fought with his Gurkha regiment during World War II until his promotion to command one of the Chindit columns behind enemy lines in Burma. Written by a bestselling novelist at the height of his powers, it is an exceptionally moving story that culminates in him having to personally shoot a number of wounded British soldiers who cannot be evacuated before their position is overrun by the Japanese.

It is an uncomfortable reminder that Churchill's obsession with 'special forces' squandered thousands of Allied lives in operations that owed more to public relations than strategic calculation. This military and moral odyssey is one of the greatest of World War II frontline memoirs.

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The Road Past Mandalay by John Masters is often lauded for its vivid and gripping account of WWII experiences. Readers appreciate the author's detailed and authentic storytelling, which captures the complexities of wartime with both clarity and emotional depth. While some may find certain sections intense, the memoir is generally regarded as a compelling and insightful read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780304361571

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 June 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Cassell Military

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 201.0mm

Weight: 243g

Pages: 352

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Biography & Memoir European History History & Military John Masters Military History Non-Fiction Series: W&N Military

About the Author

John Masters was commissioned into the Gurkha Rifles on the eve of the Second World War and rose to command one of the Chindit columns fighting behind the lines against the Japanese in Burma. He left the Army after the war to pursue a very profitable career as a novelist.