Mark Stille, Leyte Gulf 1944 (2): Surigao Strait and Cape Engaño by Mark Klobas

The Northern Mariner / Le marin du nord tables of typical data, such as performance parameters, weapons and dates of construction and similar aspects of relevance and interest.This is absolutely not an academic book, but it can serve as a rough and ready sketch of the American submarine war against Japan.Its small bibliography can at least initiate the exploration of more comprehensive accounts, but it only represents a start.The analysis provided is high level and is fine as far as it goes but is limited with little nuance.Its merits include brevity and can serve as a quick introduction and overview to the subject.The booklet is also well produced as is typical of Osprey Publications and will find a ready audience attracted to such offerings.