"King Rat," a novel by James Clavell, is set in a Japanese POW camp during World War II and follows the experiences of a group of prisoners. The story centers around the character Richard "King" Rat, who is a shrewd and resourceful man adept at navigating the harsh realities of camp life. He thrives by manipulating resources and establishing a peculiar form of power among the inmates. Through King Rat's eyes, readers witness the...