Vintage Book – Behind Bamboo: An Inside Story of the Japanese Prison Camps by Rohan D. Rivett (1947, Angus & Robertson Ltd)

Vintage Book – Behind Bamboo: An Inside Story of the Japanese Prison Camps by Rohan D. Rivett (1947, Angus & Robertson Ltd)

A powerful and historically significant firsthand account, Behind Bamboo by Rohan D. Rivett offers a gripping insight into life inside Japanese prisoner-of-war camps during World War II. First published in 1947 by Angus & Robertson, this book remains an important piece of wartime literature.

Details:

• Title: Behind Bamboo: An Inside Story of the Japanese Prison Camps
• Author: Rohan D. Rivett
• Publisher: Angus & Robertson Ltd
• Year: 1947
• Edition: Early Australian edition
• Format: Hardcover no dust jacket

Condition:

• Good vintage condition for its age
• Pages may show age toning and light foxing
• Binding remains solid
• Covers may show wear, including edge rubbing or fading
• No Dust Jacket

About the Book:
This remarkable memoir details Rivett’s experiences as a prisoner of war following the fall of Singapore in 1942 during World War II. With honesty and depth, he recounts the harsh realities of captivity, resilience among prisoners, and the complex human stories within the camps.

Why Collect It:

• Authentic WWII firsthand account
• Early post-war Australian publication
• Valuable for collectors of military history and memoirs
• A poignant and educational historical document

A compelling addition to any collection of wartime literature, Australian history, or military memoirs.

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