Roald Dahl has always been one of my favorite authors. He had a special ability to write simply and effectively, appealing to all age groups, especially those books directed to children. " Going Solo" recounts his wartime experiences as a young man, barely in his twenties. Posted to Africa to work in the insurance business, he found himself confronted with a world at war. In no time he was joined as a pilot cadet, trained for a fighter pilot's role. This incredible story describes the trials and tribulations of a novice pilot fighting against an implacable foe. How he survived is nothing short of a miracle.
Few stories of this type punctuate those early days of WWII when many rusty skills had to be honed and novices often paid the highest price along the road to proficiency.
An excellent read and a quick one.
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