Hunt, Ray C.; Norling, Bernard

Behind Japanese Lines: an American Guerrilla in the Philippines [World War II]

Lexington: Univ Press of Kentucky, 1986. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.

No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; Still Gift Quality. 9.25 inches tall; 258 pages with Chapter Notes, Bibliography and Index.

The book vividly portrays Hunt's transformation from a downed pilot into a guerrilla fighter, detailing his strategic alliances with Filipino resistance groups and his daring escapades behind enemy lines. Through meticulous research and interviews, Bernard Norling enriches the narrative with historical context, offering insights into the broader military strategies and socio-political landscape of the Pacific Theater. This memoir provides a firsthand account of Hunt's survival and resistance against Japanese forces after being shot down over the Philippines in 1942.

Hunt's narrative is both personal and poignant, illustrating the daily struggles and triumphs of clandestine warfare. His encounters with local villagers, the challenges of evading Japanese patrols, and the psychological toll of living in constant danger are portrayed with gripping realism. The authors skillfully blend Hunt's personal anecdotes with broader historical analysis, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the guerrilla warfare tactics employed in the Philippines.

Item #20167
ISBN: 081311604x

Price: $18.00