The Forgotten Highlander: An Incredible WWII Story of Survival in the Pacific

"A harrowing and inspiring tale of resilience and survival." - The Observer

Specifications

• Author: Alistair Urquhart
• ISBN-10: 0349122571
• ISBN-13: 9780349122571
• Publisher: Abacus
• Publication Date: April 14, 2011
• Pages: 312
• Language: English
• Dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.20(h) x 1.00(d) inches

What is it?

"The Forgotten Highlander" is a memoir by Alistair Urquhart, a Scottish soldier who survived unimaginable hardships as a Japanese prisoner of war during World War II. This gripping account details his experiences from the fall of Singapore, through the brutal conditions of the Burma-Siam Railway, to surviving a torpedo attack and the atomic bombing of Nagasaki.

Special Features

• First-hand account of life as a POW in Japanese camps
• Detailed descriptions of the construction of the Death Railway
• Survival story from the sinking of the Kachidoki Maru
• Eyewitness account of the Nagasaki atomic bombing
• Insights into post-war life and the psychological impact of war

Why You Should Buy It

Don't miss out on this extraordinary tale of survival against all odds. Alistair Urquhart's story is not just a historical account but a testament to human resilience and the will to live. Supplies are limited, so grab your copy now and be inspired by this incredible journey!