This book by William C. Chambliss is a chronicle of the Silent Service during the 1940s. It is a non-fiction narrative that covers the history of World War II from the perspective of the United States Navy. The book is paperback and was published in 1959 by Signet. The intended audience for this book are adults interested in the topic of WWII and the Silent Service. It is a vintage book that features illustrations to enhance the reader's experience. The author provides insight into the events that occurred during the war without mentioning the condition of the book itself.