Rivals of the clouds by Raoul Whitfield

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Author Whitfield, Raoul, 1897-1945
Title Rivals of the clouds
Original Publication United States: Fawcett Publications, Inc., 1928.
Note Reading ease score: 86.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary "Rivals of the Clouds" by Raoul Whitfield is a war fiction novella written during the early 20th century, likely around the 1920s. The narrative focuses on the aerial battles of World War I, specifically highlighting the lives and conflicts of fighter pilots in the heat of combat. It explores themes of rivalry, bravery, and the personal dynamics between characters in a high-stakes environment. The story centers around two pilots, Lieutenant Adams and the inexperienced Tex Langdon, as they navigate the treacherous skies filled with enemy aircraft and thick fog. From a tense rivalry fueled by accusations and misunderstandings, the narrative unfolds into unexpected camaraderie when Adams rescues Langdon during a dangerous aerial skirmish with the Germans. Through intense dogfights and wartime challenges, both pilots learn about their strengths and flaws, ultimately leading to mutual respect. The book captures not only the action of aerial warfare but also the personal growth of the characters as they confront their fears, egos, and the harsh realities of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Air pilots, Military -- Fiction
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 73987
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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