Critical acclaim for The Battle for Okinawa\"\"An indispensable account of the fighting and of Okinawa's role in the Japanese defense of the home islands.\"\" -The Wall Street Journal\"\"A fascinating, highly intelligent glance behind the Japanese lines.\"\" -Kirkus Reviews\"\"The most interesting of the 'last battle of the war' books.\"\" -The Washington Post.\"\"A fascinating insider's view of the Japanese command.\"\" -Dallas Morning NewsCOLONEL HIROMICHI YAHARA was the senior staff officer of the 32nd Japanese Army at Okinawa. A Military Book Club Main Selection | The Battle For Okinawa by Hiromichi Yahara, Hardcover | Indigo Chapters