By Cape. W. E. Johns
Another in the Biggles series glorifying war and vilifying enemies. . “In which Air Detective-Inspector Bigglesworth takes leave from the Special Air Section Scotland Yard to join the Foreign Legion, and has an adventure involving an old friend, an even older enemy and a near fatal trip to the desolate Valley of the Tartars in Kurdistan.”
London. Hodder and Stoughton. 1954. 198p. USED BOOOK
By Arthur Catherall
Classic how-to book for Boy Scouts conveying all the skills needed for leadership, survival and success in war. Inspired, of course, by the writings of Baden Powell who cut his war teething the Boer war. FROM THE COVER: “ They were an odd gang, Af,l Joe, Dick, and Gyp; but once they got the idea of Scouting they were the staunchest friends that anyone could ask for. Their Patrol Leader set a high standard of courage and endurance, and the others one by one played a loyal part in the many daring rescues and thrilling episodes that were to follow- adventures which will be the envy of every Scout.
London. Butterworth Press. 1949. 120p. USED BOOK
By Captain W. E. Johns
The classic boys’ books trumpeting the attraction and excitement of war, especially World War 2.
FROM CHAPTER 1: ““Air-Commodore Raymond, Chief of the Air Section of Scotland Yard, greeted his operational staff from behind a paper-littered desk, as, in obedience to his invitation, they filed into his office.
" Pull up some chairs," he requested. "This is only in the nature of a conference, and, strangely enough, for once there's nothing urgent about it. Help yourselves to cigarettes-we may be some time." He pushed the box forward.
London. Holder and Stoughton. 1954. 162p. USED BOOK
By Stephen Crane
"The Red Badge of Courage" is a novel by American author Stephen Crane, first published in 1895. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the experiences of a young soldier named Henry Fleming.
At the beginning of the novel, Henry is eager to enlist in the Union Army and fight in the war, believing that it will be a grand adventure. However, as he experiences the realities of battle and witnesses the horrors of war, his idealism begins to crumble and he becomes consumed by fear and doubt.
Throughout the novel, Henry struggles with feelings of cowardice and shame, as he witnesses other soldiers being wounded and killed in battle. However, he eventually finds the courage to face his fears and fight alongside his comrades.
The novel is known for its vivid portrayal of the psychological effects of war on soldiers, as well as its realistic depiction of the chaos and brutality of battle. It also explores themes of courage, honor, and the nature of heroism.
Mineola. NY. Dover Thrift Editions. 1990. 101p.
By Robert Barnard
“The perfect gem, one you wouldn’t change
a word of Los Angeles Times
Professor Belville-Smith had bored university audiences in England with the same lecture for fifty years. Now he was crossing the Australian continent, doing precisely the same. Never before had the reaction been so extreme, however; for shortly after an undistinguished appearance at Drummondale University, the doddering old professor is found brutally murdered. As Police Inspector Royle (who had never actually had to solve a crime before) probes the possible motives of the motley crew of academics who drink their way through the dreary days at Drummondale and as he investigates the bizarre behavior of some worthy locals, a hilarious, highly satirical portrait of life down under emerges!’ —St. Louis PbstHDispatch.
London Collins. 1977. 190p.
