Ship of Ghosts

In "The USS Houston," bestselling author James D. Hornfischer recounts the harrowing true story of FDR's legendary lost cruiser and the extraordinary ordeal faced by its survivors during World War II. As the USS Houston, trapped in the Pacific after Pearl Harbor, confronts overwhelming Japanese forces, the crew engages in a desperate battle for survival. Following its sinking in Sunda Strait, the survivors endure brutal captivity, where their resilience and determination shine against dehumanizing conditions. Through journals, letters, and firsthand testimonies, Hornfischer delivers a gripping narrative of courage and the indomitable human spirit.