Yangtse Incident: The Story Of Hms Amethyst
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Lawrence Earl
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harrap, 1950
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This gripping historical account chronicles the dramatic events surrounding HMS Amethyst during the Chinese Civil War. Lawrence Earl meticulously details the frigate's entrapment in the Yangtze River and the crew's harrowing struggle for survival and eventual escape. The narrative presents a vivid portrayal of naval resilience and diplomatic tension, offering readers an intense look into a pivotal moment in post-World War II military history. It is a testament to human courage in the face of overwhelming odds.
Author: Lawrence Earl
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harrap, 1950
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This gripping historical account chronicles the dramatic events surrounding HMS Amethyst during the Chinese Civil War. Lawrence Earl meticulously details the frigate's entrapment in the Yangtze River and the crew's harrowing struggle for survival and eventual escape. The narrative presents a vivid portrayal of naval resilience and diplomatic tension, offering readers an intense look into a pivotal moment in post-World War II military history. It is a testament to human courage in the face of overwhelming odds.