Review:
May 03 2007
Battle Order 204 by Christobel Mattingley
Allen
& Unwin
Courage, leadership and the human spirit are the key themes in this
story about a World War 2 bomber pilot. The book meticulously describes
how an ambitious young Australian, who wants to fly, joins the airforce
and undertakes rigorous training that leads to participation in the
massive bombing runs over war torn Europe. Christobel Mattingley has
written her husband's biography using log books and insights from
eye-witnesses. The pilot's saga progresses from incident to incident,
each providing a lesson in humanity and survival. The story is
interspersed with flashes to the progress of the pilot's final attack.
The devastating effects of death and injury to the crews of the bombers
are harrowingly told. It is well illustrated with photographs, poems
and glossary. A gripping story suitable for ages 12 and up.
Paul Pledger
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