Allegiance by Wayne L. Green is a gripping novel set during World War II, focusing on the intense camaraderie and the brutal realities of war between American and Japanese forces in the strategic Aleutian Islands. This first edition, published in 1983 by Crown Publishers, offers a compelling narrative that follows Dr. Tomi Nakamura, a Japanese Imperial Army officer, and wounded American pilot Michael Andrews as their fates intertwine amidst the chaos of war. The story delves into themes of honor, survival, and the moral complexities faced by soldiers on both sides.
This edition features the original dust jacket with vivid artwork symbolizing the conflict, including an eagle and a rising sun motif, and includes the full original text with the ISBN 0-517-54927-1. The book design was crafted by Lauren Dong, and the novel is recognized for its powerful depiction of wartime struggles and suspenseful storytelling. A valuable addition for collectors and fans of historical war fiction, this edition captures the spirit and tension of World War II in a unique Pacific theater setting.
