Glover (E.M.) In 70 Days:
£95
the story of the Japanese campaign in British Malaya
London, Frederick Muller, 1946.
First edition. 8vo. Original yellow cloth. Dust-jacket, priced 8/6.
An account of the Japanese military campaign in British Malaya during World War II, detailing the rapid advance and eventual occupation.
Out of stock
Jacket with loss to head of spine, otherwise very good.
Plates; jacket artwork by Marjorie.
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