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Highlights
- Behind the Lines is W. E. B. Griffin's powerful novel of World War II -- and the courage, patriotism, and sacrifice of those who fought it.
- About the Author: W. E. B. Griffin was the author of seven bestselling series: The Corps, Brotherhood of War, Badge of Honor, Men at War, Honor Bound, Presidential Agent, and Clandestine Operations.
- 576 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, War & Military
- Series Name: Corps
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About the Book
Captured in the hour of their greatest glory, The Corps is a tribute to the heroes we call Marines. Their story is the story of America. By 1942, the Japanese have routed the outnumbered American forces and conquered the Philippines. But deep in the island jungles, the combat continues. A Marine leads his team on a mission through the heart of enemy territory.Book Synopsis
Behind the Lines is W. E. B. Griffin's powerful novel of World War II -- and the courage, patriotism, and sacrifice of those who fought it. Amidst the 1942 Japanese conquest of the Philippines, a renegade Army officer refuses surrender and forms a formidable resistance force, ready to fight till the end. Meanwhile, at the heart of enemy territory, a Marine leads his team on a perilous mission, facing insurmountable odds. Deep in the island jungles, the combat continues and the nation's proudest sons fight uncelebrated battles that will win -- or lose -- the war . . .From the Back Cover
BEHIND THE LINES is W.E.B. Griffin's powerful novel of World War II -- and the courage, patriotism, and sacrifice of those who fought it. By 1942, the Japanese have routed the outnumbered American forces and conquered the Philippines. But deep in the island jungles, the combat continues. Refusing to surrender, a renegade Army officer organizes a resistance force and vows to fight to the last man. A Marine leads his team on a mission through the heart of enemy territory. And a nation's proudest sons fight uncelebrated battles that will win -- or lose -- the war...Captured in the hour of their greatest glory, THE CORPS is a tribute to the heroes we call Marines. Their story is the story of America.
Review Quotes
"Griffin captures the smell of the smoke of battle as vividly as if one were on the beach at Guadalcanal". -- The Philadelphia Inquirer
About the Author
W. E. B. Griffin was the author of seven bestselling series: The Corps, Brotherhood of War, Badge of Honor, Men at War, Honor Bound, Presidential Agent, and Clandestine Operations. He passed away in February 2019.Dimensions (Overall): 6.69 Inches (H) x 4.12 Inches (W) x 1.24 Inches (D)
Weight: .58 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Corps
Sub-Genre: War & Military
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Number of Pages: 576
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
Format: Paperback
Author: W E B Griffin
Language: English
Street Date: September 1, 1996
TCIN: 93117462
UPC: 9780515119381
Item Number (DPCI): 247-04-9203
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.58 pounds
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