Nemoto'S Travels: The Illustrated Saga of a Japanese Floatplane Pilot in the First Year of the Pacific War

Warrant Officer Nemoto Kumesako's illustrated diary provides an intimate perspective into his life and Japanese thinking during the Pacific War. Presented in a manga format, the memoirs showcase his unique character and worldly credentials, offering frank insights into the period. Author Michael Claringbould's entertaining hybrid tale is historically accurate and visually captivating.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 116 pages
Publication date: 05 June 2021
Publisher: Avonmore Books

Imperial Japanese Navy floatplane pilot Warrant Officer Nemoto Kumesako's illustrated diary, dating from the early months of the Pacific War, provides an intimate perspective into his life and insights into Japanese thinking of the times. Presented in a style consistent with the Japanese manga (illustrated cartoon) format, the memoirs showcase the curious floatplanes of the era, some of which verge on steampunk. Nemoto defies stereotypes of the Samurai warrior, revealing a romanticism that contrasts with his image. While not particularly close to his comrades, Nemoto prides himself on his worldly credentials, reading Tolstoy's War & Peace in German between missions.

Nemoto's writing style, cultivated and matter-of-fact, is tinged with insight and assurance. He never envisaged that his diary would fall into the wrong hands, and for this reason, the reader will savor its frankness and insights. Michael Claringbould, a globally renowned Pacific War author, has ventured into unconventional formats with this book. It is garishly illustrated, yet historically accurate, producing an entertaining hybrid tale. The humorous format also guarantees to tell readers many things about this fascinating period that they did not know.

Weight: 356g
Dimension: 176 x 251 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780648926252