Island of Terror: Battle of Iwo Jima (Graphic History) [Paperback]

Larry Hama (Author), Anthony Williams (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Graphic History

A key strategic victory that paved the way for the Allied invasion of Japan, Iwo Jima was described by Lieutenant-General Holland Smith, Commander Fleet Marine Forces Pacific, as "the most savage and costly battle in the history of the Marine Corps." For 36 days in February and March 1945, Marines pounded an island fortified by miles of interlocking caves, concrete blockhouses and pillboxes - one of the most impenetrable defenses of the Pacific War. Unwilling to surrender, the Japanese fought until the bitter end: nearly all of their 20,000 troops were killed in the fighting, compared with 7,000 US dead. At Iwo Jima, the Marines secured an island base that would prove crucial in the final battles of the Pacific campaign. This book illustrates the Marines' decisive victory at Iwo Jima in graphic novel format and includes eight pages of background information detailing the key players, the experience of the forces, and the aftermath of the battle.

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About the Author

Larry Hama is best known as a writer and editor for Marvel Comics where he was responsible for creating and writing the G. I. Joe comic book of the 1980s, and developing many of the G.I. Joe characters for Hasbro. His other comic book writing credits include Wolverine, Avengers, Elektra, Venom, and Batman. Larry also created the Bucky O'Hare comic, which was turned into a toy line and an animated TV series. He lives in New York. The author lives in New York, USA.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (October 24, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1846030552
• ISBN-13: 978-1846030550
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 0.2 x 9.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #564,784 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars IWO JIMA, July 20, 2009

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AN interesting history format . Great for junior readers just learning about the famous and costly battle action of WW2.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Books for History!, November 23, 2008

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My 14 year old son absolutely loves these types of books! He is somewhat of a history buff with emphasis on the wars our country has participated in. I am so proud that he loves his country and respects its leaders and troops. These books have been instrumental in teaching him the truths of battle, its hardships, and its triumphs. He has even expressed an interest in teaching history someday or even being an author/illustrator himself! Most of all, thanks to all our troops and veterans for their dedication to our country and preservation of our freedom!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Iwo Jima, November 23, 2008

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Rebecca L. Dailey (Illinois) - See all my reviews
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My dad served on Iwo Jima during WWII and he enjoyed reading this book. He found it accurate as to how it was there. "Island of Terror: Battle of Iwo Jima" was real. It was interesting seeing it written in comic book fashion.
Because of the way it is presented, this book would be good for history classes in our school rooms.