From the bestselling author of The Miniaturist. Jessie Burton's Hidden Treasure is the phenomenal page-turning story of two children whose lives collide when they find an ancient treasure with the power to return to them the most precious thing they have ever lost

'Roland Perry shows the true picture . . . enjoyable, clearly argued, comprehensive, and highly readable.' - Michael McKernan, Australian Book Review

11 March 1942: The Japanese have stormed the Philippines, forcing US general Douglas MacArthur to flee with his family, escaping by the skin of their teeth to the nearest safe country - Australia.

Meanwhile, Australia's foremost general, Thomas Blamey, is ordered home from the Middle East by Prime Minister Curtin to tackle the military emergency suddenly facing our nation, with invasion appearing imminent.

These two generals, both with colourful pasts and intensely clashing personalities, are now tasked with defending Australia against the Japanese war machine. One will lead us to victory, the other will claim the glory.

In The Battle of the Generals, Roland Perry, bestselling author of Monash and The Changi Brownlow, does full justice to the dramatic story of MacArthur, Blamey and the desperate defence of Australia in World War II.

'Delves into the ructions and manoeuvrings between the two [generals] in informed, entertaining detail . . . Smooth, engaging popular history.' - Sydney Morning Herald

Details

ISBN13: 9781761470493
Format: Paperback / softback
Number of Pages: 384
Edition:
Publication Date: 01 Oct 2024
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Publication City, Country: Sydney, Australia
Dimensions (cm): 234(H)x153(L)446
Weight (gm): 446

Author Biography

Roland Perry OAM is one of Australia's best-known authors. He has written 40 books, many of them bestsellers, including Bill the Bastard, Horrie the War Dog, The Australian Light Horse, The Changi Brownlow, Monash & Chauvel and Anzac Sniper.

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