Neptune's Inferno

In Neptune’s Inferno, James D. Hornfischer delivers a compelling account of the Guadalcanal campaign, a pivotal moment in the Pacific theater of World War II. Combining vivid narratives of the naval battles fought in the treacherous waters of “Ironbottom Sound” with new research and personal testimonies, he highlights the extraordinary sacrifices of the Navy alongside the iconic figures who shaped this critical offensive. This work stands as the first major examination of its kind in nearly two decades, capturing the human stories and strategic decisions that defined a turning point in the war.