A Yankee Flier in Italy by Rutherford G. Montgomery
"A Yankee Flier in Italy" by Rutherford G. Montgomery is a novel written in the mid-20th century, specifically around the time of World War II. The story centers around Lieutenant O'Malley, a daring and humorous pilot, and his adventures as he prepares for an invasion of Italy. The novel captures the camaraderie among O'Malley and his fellow pilots, their banter, and the quirks of military life during wartime, while set against thebackdrop of an unfolding conflict. At the start of the book, we are introduced to O'Malley and his companions during a farewell dinner as they prepare for their next missions in Italy. The mood is lighthearted, with O'Malley’s distinctive Irish charm and laid-back attitude providing comic relief. However, the atmosphere quickly shifts as they meet Colonel Benson, their new commanding officer, who notably clashes with O'Malley's carefree demeanor. The chapter sets the stage for the challenges and excitement that lie ahead, hinting at the historic invasion and the intense battles that await O'Malley and his crew. By opening with a strategic blend of humor and tension, the novel promises an engaging exploration of camaraderie, bravery, and the absurdities of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Montgomery, Rutherford G. (Rutherford George), 1896-1985 |
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| Illustrator | Laune, Paul, 1899-1977 |
| LoC No. | 44000740 |
| Title | A Yankee Flier in Italy |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Weeks, Roger L. Holda, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | War stories |
| Subject | World War, 1939-1945 -- Italy -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | World War, 1939-1945 -- Aerial operations -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32288 |
| Release Date | May 7, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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