The Ridge & the River
Author: Hungerford, T. A. G.
ISBN: 9780143001744
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Year first published: 31 Mar 2003
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback / softback
An Australian war classic by T. A. G. Hungerford, presented by E.E.(Weary) Dunlop.
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.
ISBN: 9780143001744
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Year first published: 31 Mar 2003
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback / softback
An Australian war classic by T. A. G. Hungerford, presented by E.E.(Weary) Dunlop.
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.
