Narakan Rifles, about Face!
The Narakan Rifles are a fictional regiment of the British Army that appears in George H. Smith's novel "About Face!" The story follows the experiences of Lieutenant John Forsythe, who is assigned to lead a platoon of the Narakan Rifles during World War II. Throughout the book, Forsythe and his men face numerous challenges as they fight their way through enemy territory in North Africa and Italy. The novel explores themes of leadership, camaraderie, and the brutality of war.
By George H. Smith · First published 1957 · Genre: Science Fiction, Military Fiction, Adventure · 5 chapters · 13,100 words
First lines
_Those crazy, sloppy, frog-like Narakans. all thumbs and six-inch skulls. relics of the Suzi swamps. Until four-fisted Lt. Terrence O'Mara moved among them -- lethal, dangerous, with a steady purpose flaming in his volcanic eyes._
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George H. Smith
- Date: 1957 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Military Fiction, Adventure, Satire, Political Fiction
- Length: 13,100 words
- Structure: 5 chapters, 273 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book is set in a futuristic or alternate world with advanced technology and speculative elements.
- Military Fiction — The narrative focuses on military life, strategy, and combat, with detailed depictions of military operations.
- Adventure — The plot involves exciting and risky undertakings, often with a focus on exploration and action.
- Satire — The writing style includes humor and irony to critique or mock aspects of society or human nature.
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military · historical fiction · war · combat · strategy · leadership · camaraderie · bravery · sacrifice · adventure · drama · conflict