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 NewsA Military Book Club Main Selection