The Flying Gang
The Flying Gang, written by Andrew Barton Paterson, is a novel that tells the story of a group of young men who form a flying club in Australia during the early 20th century. The book follows their adventures and misadventures as they learn to fly and navigate the challenges of aviation. With its themes of friendship, ambition, and the thrill of flight, The Flying Gang is a classic tale that continues to captivate readers to this day.
By Andrew Barton Paterson · First published 1912 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Western · 390 words
First lines
I served my time, in the days gone by, In the railway's clash and clang, And I worked my way to the end, and I Was the head of the 'Flying Gang'. 'Twas a chosen band that was kept at hand In case of an urgent need, Was it south or north we were started forth, And away at our utmost speed. If word reached town that a bridge was down, The imperious summons rang -- 'Come out with the pilot engine sharp, And away with the flying gang.'
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The Flying Gang is listed on Textopian as a short story by Andrew Barton Paterson, dated 1912 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Andrew Barton Paterson
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Western
- Length: 390 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The novel is set in an earlier time period and includes real historical figures. This puts it squarely in the realm of historical fiction.
- Adventure — The book involves a lot of physical action, and characters travel to various locations. Therefore, it falls under the adventure genre.
- Western — The Flying Gang is set in the Australian frontier, which would place it under the Western genre.
Tags
adventure · action · aviation · friendship · courage · teamwork · exploration · youth · thrill · danger · imagination · journey