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The Stragglers.

E.J. KAHN JR.

Other works by E.J. KAHN JR.

Publication: Ace Books, 1972, New York

First paperback edition. Story of Japanese soldiers who hid out for sixteen years on tiny Guam, refusing to believe WW II was over. Fellow countrymen referred to them as zanryusha, "stragglers." Some groups managed to keep their military character, others turned to thievery and murder. A little-known epilogue to WW II. Fine in pic. wrappers.

Inventory Number: 8514
$25.00