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Fear Drive My Feet

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Fear Drive My Feet is a compelling memoir by Peter Ryan, focusing on his experiences as a young Australian soldier during World War II. It offers an intimate look into his perilous journey through the jungles of New Guinea, detailing the solitude, challenges, and dangers he faced while gathering intelligence behind enemy lines. The narrative captures the raw emotions and resilience required to survive amidst wartime adversity.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by gripping personal narratives and historical settings. It offers a compelling account of an Australian soldier's WW2 experiences, showcasing resilience and insights into human endurance in challenging terrains. Perfect for those fascinated by war stories and personal memoirs filled with adventure and reflection.

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Fear Drive My Feet

A memoir of how 18yo intelligence operative, isolated in hostile territory, survived on his wits and through relationships with natives.

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Fear Drive My Feet is Peter Ryan's enduring account of his time patrolling isolated regions of New Guinea during World War II. Far from his fellow Australians and with Japanese forces closing in around him, the 18-year-old Ryan endures the hardships of the jungle, overcoming loneliness, fatigue and fear with quiet courage.

Rarely out of print in the past four decades, Fear Drive My Feet is a classic memoir of the war in the Pacific, a major work of Australian war literature.

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Fear Drive My Feet is often praised for its compelling and poignant portrayal of wartime experiences. Reviewers highlight its narrative of individual courage and resilience during challenging times, with a focus on the author's personal journey and solitary heroism.

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ISBN: 9781925240054

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 June 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 231g

Pages: 322

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