Since December 7, 1941, the American people, Army, Navy, Marines and civilians, have been discovering the Pacific islands. In a different way, to be sure, from the discoveries of Magellan, Cook and their followers, but far more thoroughly and more importantly for the future.

Vernon Quinn presents here the Pacific islands in the clear orderly arrangement that marks all her popular and useful picture map geographies. That maps are in two colors and reveal at a glance the geographic position, relation and character of each island. Boys and girls who have been hearing brave tales of Iwo Jima, Guadalcanal and the Philippines will find interesting information in this book about the islands, their history, their native populations and their way of life. The very readable text is simple and colorful, making it easy to learn and remember the facts.

From the dust jacket