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Don't Go Near the Water - Softcover

Brinkley, William

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Synopsis

Set on a remote Pacific island during the waning days of the World War II, this classic humor novel about the public relations sector of the Navy follows the adventures of a group of young officers, commissioned without the corrupting influence of any intervening naval training, as they bravely face wartime adversities with comic ingenuity. The colorful cast of characters and absurd situations combine to create a rousing entertainment that will appeal to everyone who enjoys the high-spirited side of naval service.

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About the Author

The late William Brinkley, the author of several books, served in the Navy during World War II and later worked as a reporter for The Washington Post and editor and writer for Life magazine.

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