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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Japan's defeat loomsKate dreams of rescueHer lover prepares his last stand'Exquisitely writtenan exciting and exactingly brutal slice of history' -- BookLife by Publishers Weekly Prize in FictionKate van Dam is struggling to survive the squalor and deprivation of an internment campFaced with a sick mother, little food and medicines she accepts the dubious offer of 'hostess work' at Japanese officers' club'An ambitious, unconventional, compelling saga of men at war, captivity, forced prostitution, murder, political dirty tricks and mob terror in Japanese-occupied and revolutionary IndonesiaRory Marron's Black Sun, Red Moon: A Novel of Java gives us an almost tangible glimpse of the chaos that was Java in 1945-46His writing, infused with imaginative speculation, is sweeping, poignant, passionate and unflinching' (Publisher's Catalogue)Japan's sudden surrender ends the Second World War but triggers the Indonesian declaration of independence from the Netherlands, catching the returning Dutch and 'Southeast Asia's peacekeepers', Britain, by surpriseIn a chaotic, mistrustful peace Lord Mountbatten orders the Japanese to defend the white colonial orderRecent foes have no choice but to become allies--of a kindIn greatest peril are 80,000 European women and children interned by the JapaneseThese defenceless civilians, abandoned and half-starved, some of them former sex slaves, become hostages to the future of a free IndonesiaAs their former jailors become their guardians, protecting them from hostile mobs, hatreds and prejudices are hastily re-examinedBritish, Gurkha and Indian troops, veterans of the long Burma campaign arrive in Java expecting a warm welcome from grateful civilians and easy dutiesVery soon their orders are rewritten, their mission and motives questioned, as they face determined, frequently suicidal oppositionJapan's surrender saves Lt Kenichi Ota from a suicidal last standBut to save the woman he loves he will have to draw his sword once againHighlander Alun MacDonald has had his fill of the British Army but finds himself facing a new, unpredictable foe and having to trust his former enemies with his lifeLamban longs for independence for IndonesiaA chance encounter with an activist plunges him into a teeming, dangerous world of secret societies, plots and the whirlwind of revolutionWar Correspondent Meg Graham is expecting to cover Japan's defeatInstead she is pitched into a ruthless struggle for an empire unrestrained by rules of war.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Drama and Tragedy in the Indonesian Revolution. 'The pace zips along.' -- Army Rumour Service 'A good, realistic read of an incident overlooked and based on actual events. Well worth reading ' -- Stuart Guild (27th Field Regiment Royal Artillery, Burma 1944-5 As Java erupts in violent revolution against Dutch colonial rule, thousands of Europeans interned by the Japanese become hostages to fortune. Their only hope is a tiny force of peacekeepers--British, Indian, Gurkha and surrendered Japanese--who stand against the murderous hordes. New loyalties are tested while old scores are settled in blood amidst massed, spine-chilling roars of 'Merdeka ' (Freedom ). 'An ambitious, unconventional, compelling saga of men at war, captivity, forced prostitution, murder, political dirty tricks and mob terror in Japanese-occupied and revolutionary Indonesia. Rory Marron's Black Sun, Red Moon and it's finale, Merdeka Rising gives us an almost tangible glimpse of the chaos that was Java in 1945-46. His writing, infused with imaginative speculation, is sweeping, poignant, passionate and unflinching.' (Publishers Catalogue.) Japan's sudden surrender ends the Second World War but triggers the Indonesian declaration of independence from the Netherlands, catching the returning Dutch and 'Southeast Asia's peacekeepers', Britain, by surprise. In a chaotic, mistrustful peace Lord Mountbatten orders the Japanese to defend the white colonial order. Recent foes have no choice but to become allies.of a kind. In greatest peril are 80,000 European women and children interned by the Japanese. These defenceless civilians, abandoned and half-starved, some of them former sex slaves, become hostages to the future of a free Indonesia. As their former jailors become their guardians, protecting them from hostile mobs, hatreds and prejudices are hastily re-examined. British, Gurkha and Indian troops, veterans of the long Burma campaign arrive in Java expecting a warm welcome from grateful civilians and easy duties. Very soon their orders are rewritten, their mission and motives questioned, as they face determined, frequently suicidal opposition. In the mayhem of siege and slaughter, once sworn enemies stand shoulder to shoulder against a murderous human tide. Yet when loyalties are questioned fragile, new bonds are threatened and Japanese must face Japanese in a private, deadly, finale. Five fates hang in the balance: Kate van Dam is struggling to survive the squalor and deprivation of an internment camp. Faced with a sick mother, little food and medicines she accepts the dubious offer of 'hostess work' at Japanese officers' club. Lamban longs for independence for Indonesia. A chance encounter with an activist plunges him into a teeming, dangerous world of secret societies, plots and the whirlwind of revolution. For Lt Kenichi Ota, Japan's surrender saves him from a suicidal last stand. But to save the woman he loves he will have to fight again. Seaforth Highlander Alun MacDonald has had his fill of the British Army but finds himself facing a new, unpredictable foe and having to trust his former enemies with his life. War Correspondent Meg Graham is expecting to cover Japan's defeat. Instead she is pitched into a ruthless struggle for an empire unrestrained by rules of war.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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First Edition. Near fine paperback copy; wrapper edges very slightly dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description: 333 pages : maps (black and white) ; 20 cm. Subjects: Java (Indonesia) History 20th century ; Fiction. 1 Kg.…

First Edition. Near fine paperback copy; wrapper edges very slightly dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description: 333 pages : maps (black and white) ; 20 cm. Subjects: Java (Indonesia) History 20th century ; Fiction. 1 Kg.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Drama and Tragedy during the Indonesian Revolution.As Java erupts in violent revolution, thousands of Europeans interned by the Japanese become hostages to fortune. Their only hope is a tiny force of peacekeepers-British, Indian, Gurkha and surrendered Japanese-who stand against the murderous hordes. New loyalties are tested while old scores are settled in blood amidst massed, spine-chilling roars of 'Merdeka!' (Freedom!). 'An ambitious, unconventional, compelling saga of men at war, captivity, forced prostitution, murder, political dirty tricks and mob terror in Japanese-occupied and revolutionary Indonesia. Rory Marron's Black Sun, Red Moon and it's finale, Merdeka Rising gives us an almost tangible glimpse of the chaos that was Java in 1945-46. His writing, infused with imaginative speculation, is sweeping, poignant, passionate and unflinching.' (Publishers Catalogue.) Japan's sudden surrender ends the Second World War but triggers the Indonesian declaration of independence from the Netherlands, catching the returning Dutch and 'Southeast Asia's peacekeepers', Britain, by surprise.In a chaotic, mistrustful peace Lord Mountbatten orders the Japanese to defend the white colonial order. Recent foes have no choice but to become allies.of a kind. In greatest peril are 80,000 European women and children interned by the Japanese. These defenceless civilians, abandoned and half-starved, some of them former sex slaves, become hostages to the future of a free Indonesia. As their former gaolers become their guardians, protecting them from hostile mobs, hatreds and prejudices are hastily re-examined. British, Gurkha and Indian troops, veterans of the long Burma campaign arrive in Java expecting a warm welcome from grateful civilians and easy duties. Very soon their orders are rewritten, their mission and motives questioned, as they face determined, frequently suicidal opposition. In the mayhem of siege and slaughter, once sworn enemies stand shoulder to shoulder against a murderous human tide. Yet when loyalties are questioned fragile, new bonds are threatened and Japanese must face Japanese in a private, deadly, finale. Kate van Dam is struggling to survive the squalor and deprivation of an internment camp.Faced with a sick mother, little food and medicines she accepts the dubious offer of 'hostess work' at Japanese officers' club.Lamban longs for independence for Indonesia. A chance encounter with an activist plunges him into a teeming, dangerous world of secret societies, plots and the whirlwind of revolution.For Lt Kenichi Ota, Japan's surrender saves him from a suicidal last stand. But to save the woman he loves he will have to fight again.Seaforth Highlander Alun MacDonald has had his fill of the British Army but finds himself facing a new, unpredictable foe and having to trust his former enemies with his life.War Correspondent Meg Graham is expecting to cover Japan's defeat. Instead she is pitched into a ruthless struggle for an empire unrestrained by rules of war. As Java erupts in violent revolution, thousands of European women and children interned by the Japanese become hostages to fortune. Their only hope is a tiny force of British, Indian, Gurkha and surrendered Japanese. New loyalties are tested while old scores are settled in blood amidst massed, spine-chilling roars of 'Merdeka!' (Freedom!). Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 338 421:B&W 5.06 x 7.81 in or 198 x 129 mm Perfect Bound on White w/Matte Lam.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 336 421:B&W 5.06 x 7.81 in or 198 x 129 mm Perfect Bound on White w/Matte Lam.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 338.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 336.

Condizione: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 336.

Condizione: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 338.

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - As Java erupts in violent revolution, thousands of European women and children interned by the Japanese become hostages to fortune. Their only hope is a tiny force of British, Indian, Gurkha and surrendered Japanese. New loyalties are tested while old scores are settled in blood amidst massed, spine-chilling roars of 'Merdeka!' (Freedom!).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Japan's defeat looms Kate dreams of rescue Her lover prepares his last stand'Exquisitely writtenan exciting and exactingly brutal slice of history' BookLife by Publishers Weekly Prize in FictionKate van Dam is struggling to survive the squalor and deprivation of an internment camp. Faced with a sick mother, little food and medicines she accepts the dubious offer of 'hostess work' at Japanese officers' club.'An ambitious, unconventional, compelling saga of men at war, captivity, forced prostitution, murder, political dirty tricks and mob terror in Japanese-occupied and revolutionary Indonesia. Rory Marron's Black Sun, Red Moon: A Novel of Java gives us an almost tangible glimpse of the chaos that was Java in 1945-46. His writing, infused with imaginative speculation, is sweeping, poignant, passionate and unflinching.' (Publisher's Catalogue.)Japan's sudden surrender ends the Second World War but triggers the Indonesian declaration of independence from the Netherlands, catching the returning Dutch and 'Southeast Asia's peacekeepers', Britain, by surprise. In a chaotic, mistrustful peace Lord Mountbatten orders the Japanese to defend the white colonial order. Recent foes have no choice but to become alliesof a kind. In greatest peril are 80,000 European women and children interned by the Japanese. These defenceless civilians, abandoned and half-starved, some of them former sex slaves, become hostages to the future of a free Indonesia. As their former jailors become their guardians, protecting them from hostile mobs, hatreds and prejudices are hastily re-examined. British, Gurkha and Indian troops, veterans of the long Burma campaign arrive in Java expecting a warm welcome from grateful civilians and easy duties. Very soon their orders are rewritten, their mission and motives questioned, as they face determined, frequently suicidal opposition.Japan's surrender saves Lt Kenichi Ota from a suicidal last stand. But to save the woman he loves he will have to draw his sword once again.Highlander Alun MacDonald has had his fill of the British Army but finds himself facing a new, unpredictable foe and having to trust his former enemies with his life.Lamban longs for independence for Indonesia. A chance encounter with an activist plunges him into a teeming, dangerous world of secret societies, plots and the whirlwind of revolution.War Correspondent Meg Graham is expecting to cover Japan's defeat. Instead she is pitched into a ruthless struggle for an empire unrestrained by rules of war.…

Condizione: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnJapan s defeat looms&hellip Kate dreams of rescue&hellip Her lover prepares his last stand&hellipn Exquisitely written&hellipan exciting and exactingly brutal slice of history&hellip - BookLife by Publishers Weekly Prize in .…

Condizione: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnDrama and Tragedy in the Indonesian Revolution&hellipnnn The pace zips along&hellip - Army Rumour Servicennn A good, realistic read of an incident overlooked and based on actual events. Well worth reading! - Stuart Guild (27th.…