The Ridge and the River A Taut Account of Jungle Warfare |
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| Author:
| Hungerford, T. A. G. |
| Series title: | Australian War Classics Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-14-300174-4 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2003 |
| Publisher: | Penguin Random House
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| Imprint: | Penguin Books |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $27.99 |
Book Description:
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A powerful novel of jungle warfare based on T. A. G. Hungerford's experiences as a commando on the island of Bougainville towards the end of the Second World War. The story follows an Australian patrol of a dozen men sent to reconnoitre a Japanese position. After two of the Australians are injured, the patrol must find a way back to base, through the hostile jungle, evading the Japanese and ensuring their wounded reach safety.
A powerful novel of jungle warfare based on T. A. G. Hungerford's experiences as a commando on the island of Bougainville towards the end of the Second World War. The story follows an Australian patrol of a dozen men sent to reconnoitre a Japanese position. After two of the Australians are injured, the patrol must find a way back to base, through the hostile jungle, evading the Japanese and ensuring their wounded reach safety.