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Islands of the Damned: A Marine at War in the Pacific

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Sean Runnette
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Ratings
Book
96
Narrator
29
Release Date
March 2, 2010
Duration
6 hours 32 minutes
Summary
This is an eyewitness—and eye-opening—account of some of the most savage and brutal fighting in the war against Japan, told from the perspective of a young Texan who volunteered for the Marine Corps to escape a life as a traveling salesman. R. V. Burgin enlisted at the age of twenty and, with his sharp intelligence and earnest work ethic, climbed the ranks from a green private to a seasoned sergeant. Along the way, he shouldered a rifle as a member of a mortar squad. He saw friends die and enemies killed. He saw scenes he wanted to forget but never did—from enemy snipers who tied themselves to branches in the highest trees, to ambushes along narrow jungle trails, to the abandoned corpses of hara kiri victims, to the final howling banzai attacks as the Japanese embraced their inevitable defeat.



An unforgettable narrative of a young Marine in combat, Islands of the Damned brings to life the hell that was the Pacific War.
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What listeners say
The audiobook provides a vivid firsthand account of World War II in the Pacific Islands, offering listeners fascinating historical insight. Listeners praise the storytelling as well-written and engaging, with many recommending it to others. The narration is commended for fitting the subject matter appropriately. The audiobook is noted for its emotional impact, evoking both tears and smiles. Overall, it is considered a compelling listen that honors true American heroes.
Profile Avatar William B Mar 2018

A pretty good book about some true hero’s. Very similar to “With The Old Breed” but not as good.

Profile Avatar Bobby D. Sep 2021

Vivid first hand account of WW2 in the Pacific Islands. Fascinating insight into a really awful experience.

Profile Avatar Becky H. Jul 2021

Awesome history, great story telling, well written and I understood everything. Semper Fi

Profile Avatar Jimmy Jo Jul 2021

Once a Jap always a Jap , speaking of the Japanese soldier, If they wanted to die for the emperor I would help as many along as possible. Marine to the end.

Profile Avatar Michael Hayes Jul 2021

Great story of some true American Heroes. Wish more of our younger generations would listen to this and other books like it.

Profile Avatar Kenneth A. Jul 2021

Excellent book on the bitter island hopping fighting in the Pacific during WWII. One Marine's story of fighting, staying alive, then going on to marry the girl he met, married, and started a family with. Great wartime story that made me tear up and smile by the end.

Profile Avatar Brett L. Jul 2021

Great read. The narrator really fit the part. I do recommend.

Profile Avatar Laura F. Jun 2021

It was a great story. I’ve encouraged my kids to listen to it as well.

Profile Avatar John M. Jun 2021

This was a great story I will recommend to friends and family, hell, strangers too. This man went through hell with his brothers and made it out alive. You can find true love even under the most dire circumstances.

Profile Avatar Philip H. May 2021

Good book. I enjoyed it. A good listen after “With the Old Breed.” Thank you veterans for your service.

Profile Avatar Anonymous May 2021

Appreciated the first person account of this time in history. Like me, you have probably never heard of some of these places. An interesting listen and good narration.

Profile Avatar Sherry L. May 2021

Really enjoyed this book. Very well written and the narrator was excellent. Really gives you a peek at life in battle as a Marine. What they endured for us to have our freedom truly makes them remakableb men. I could not go through what they did. Really brilliant book.

Profile Avatar Bobby B. May 2021

One of the best war books I can remember reading.

Islands of the Damned: A Marine at War in the Pacific

Islands of the Damned: A Marine at War in the Pacific

Author: William Marvel
Read by: Sean Runnette
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