Another reviewer notes, "Ignoring all of the controversies and avoiding any finger pointing, Lord simply reconstructs, as best anyone can, what happened on that fateful day" (Judd). The book is an unemotional account that becomes emotional and memorable in the reader's eyes, because it is so eloquent in its simplicity and meaning. It is also deeply personal, because of all the personal account, making it abundantly clear this happened to real people who experienced pain, suffering, and emotional damage because of this horrific and unexpected attack. This book is very readable because of the way the author has structured the book, and because it is so personal. It seems to be suitable to a variety of audiences, partly because of its readability, and partly because it is still relevant in today's world. The world is still violent, and this violent attack seems even more real because of continued violence and hatred in the world. Just about any reader who is interested in American history, naval history, or World War II history would do well to read this book, and it would be welcome on most of...
The author has an easy and relaxed writing style that makes the book read more like a novel than a history text. The reader is caught up in the action and cannot wait to know what happens next, even though they know exactly what happens and when.
In conclusion, this book is a fascinating look at a well-known historical event. Because the author uses real people, it makes the events seem even more real and compelling, and it makes it much more interesting - even "entertaining" for the reader.
References
Editors. "Day of Infamy." Think to Learn.org. 2001 27 Feb. 2008. http://www.2think.org/infamy.shtml
Greene, Jack. The Midway Campaign, December 7, 1941-June 6, 1942. Conshohocken, PA: Combined Books, 1995.
Judd, Orrin. "Day of Infamy." BrothersJudd.com. 2001. 27 Feb. 2008. http://brothersjudd.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/reviews.detail/book_id/827
Lord, Walter. Day of Infamy: 60th Anniversary: The Classic Account of the Bombing of Pearl Harbor. New York: Henry Holt Company, 2001.
