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LoC No.: 44000740
Title: A Yankee Flier in Italy
Note: Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Greg Weeks, Roger L. Holda, Josephine Paolucci
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https:
//www.pgdp.net.
Summary: "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 the backdrop 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.)
Author: Montgomery, Rutherford G. (Rutherford George), 1896-1985
Illustrator: Laune, Paul, 1899-1977
EBook No.: 32288
Published: May 7, 2010
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: War stories
Subject: World War, 1939-1945 -- Italy -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: World War, 1939-1945 -- Aerial operations -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 44000740
Title: A Yankee Flier in Italy
Note: Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Greg Weeks, Roger L. Holda, Josephine Paolucci
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https:
//www.pgdp.net.
Summary: "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 the backdrop 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.)
Author: Montgomery, Rutherford G. (Rutherford George), 1896-1985
Illustrator: Laune, Paul, 1899-1977
EBook No.: 32288
Published: May 7, 2010
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: War stories
Subject: World War, 1939-1945 -- Italy -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: World War, 1939-1945 -- Aerial operations -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.