His one-man show, Eliot Ness: An Untouchable Life, was an Edgar Award finalist. In the first movie made on the subject, director John Woo (Mission: Impossible 2, Face/Off) reveals the invaluable actions of the Navajo code talkers during the war in the Pacific, heroes whose bravery earned them the Congressional Medal of Honor. This full-color companion book tells the fascinating story behind the movie—from facts about the code's creation to historical background of the Navajo nation; from a glimpse into the rigorous code talker training program to production details about transforming a Hawaiian landscape into a Saipan battlefront. The war scenes and feelings of those who survive fierce battles were probably pretty realistic, but since I've never been in war, I can't say it with any authority. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Unable to add item to List. Windtalkers isn't high art but it works on the level it is supposed to. WWII's major topics are usually Hitler and Pearl Harbour and such, which is an undoubtedly important thing, but this book brings up a topic … Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2014, Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2002. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. Based on one of the most remarkable secret operations of WWII: The Navajo Indian Codetalkers. Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2004. The Navajo code talkers were instrumental in helping the U.S. win in the Pacific during World War II. Joe Enders is in the middle of the swamp somewhere in the island, by given his first command to 15 marines inculding 3 of his friends fought against hundreds of japanese soilders until only one survived, Joe Enders. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. He is the author of the Shamus Award-winning Nathan Heller thrillers and the graphic novel Road to Perdition, basis of the Academy Award-winning film starring Tom Hanks. Windtalkers (Mass Market Paperback)by Max Allan Collins is a movie based on the world war 2 Navajo marines. There were only a few men who could speak the code, and Marines were told to protect them above all else. In the brutal fires of war, two men come together from different worlds. Something went wrong. A great read. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. He lives in Iowa. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 28, 2016. Refresh and try again. With Nicolas Cage, Adam Beach, Peter Stormare, Noah Emmerich.