Well written true tale of the World War German Cruiser Emden and its brazen trip through the South China Sea, Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean capturing 20 Allied ships sinking seventeen and driving the British Admiralty to distraction. Lloyds of London insurance premiums went from 2% to 8% while the Emden was on the prowl 1000's of Australian and New Zealand soldiers were kept in home ports until it was felt that there were enough safety measures in place to keep the Emden from sinking their transports.

Ironically, the Emden's exploits were heralded by German and Allied citizens because of the humane methods her captain used to prevent death or injury to the sailors and passengers of the ships he captured. An amazing story and this version was well researched and written. ( )

Well done, comprehensive story of the German WW1 cruiser and raider Emden, her Captain and crew. The rather amazing result of their short but very successful cruise was that they were view as heroes by both the Axis and Allies. ( )