Line of Lost Lives by J. S. Cosford is a historical account of Allied soldiers? experiences in the Far East during World War II, focusing particularly on the Malayan Campaign, the fall of Singapore, and subsequent captivity on the Burma-Thailand Railway. Drawing on personal testimony, military records, and eyewitness accounts, Cosford examines the extreme hardships faced by servicemen, including forced labor, disease, malnutrition, and the psychological toll of imprisonment.
The book explores both individual and collective experiences, highlighting the courage, endurance, and resilience of POWs under brutal conditions. Cosford balances factual research with compelling narrative, providing readers with a vivid and humane portrayal of wartime suffering and sacrifice.
Intended for historians, military enthusiasts, and general readers, Line of Lost Lives serves as a poignant record of the human cost of war in the Pacific theater, commemorating the bravery and resilience of those who endured one of World War II’s harshest campaigns.
Additional information
| Weight | 503 g |
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| Dimensions | 14.5 × 22 cm |
| Author | J.S. Cosford |
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| Publisher | Gryphon Books |
| Published On | 2000 |
| Pages | 202pp |
| Country | Northants: United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Dimension | 14.4cm x 22cm |
| Item Weight | 517gm |
| Edition | Eighth Reprint |