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This is the story of one of the Australians who patrolled isolated parts of New Guinea during World War II, in dangerous proximity to the enemy- but far from the aid of their own forces. The hardships of patrolling in the jungle were many, and one of the worst aspects was the continuous uncertainty of where the Japanese would be found -- in front, behind, or waiting in the next village. Fear was a constant companion, and danger when it came had to be faced by men already tried almost to the limits of their physical strength. This book tells an impressive story of endurance and quiet courage. It also gives an unforgettable picture of the savage beauty of New Guinea, and of the charm and nobility of its people at their best.
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About the Author:
PETER RYAN worked as a newspaper columnist, the director of Melbourne University Press and as an officer of the Victorian Supreme Court. He was an intelligence operative behind enemy lines in New Guinea in World War II. He died in late 2015.
PETER PIERCE is adjunct professor in the School of Journalism, Australian and Indigenous Studies at Monash University. He edited The Oxford Literary Guide to Australia and is the author of Australian Melodramas: Thomas Keneally’s Fiction. His reviews are often published in Australian newspapers.
PETER PIERCE is adjunct professor in the School of Journalism, Australian and Indigenous Studies at Monash University. He edited The Oxford Literary Guide to Australia and is the author of Australian Melodramas: Thomas Keneally’s Fiction. His reviews are often published in Australian newspapers.
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- PublisherMelbourne Univ Pr
- Publication date1974
- ISBN 10 0522837271
- ISBN 13 9780522837278
- BindingPaperback
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