According To Orders (1919)

By F Britten Austin

Book Overview

According to Orders is a novel written by Frederick Britten Austin in 1919. The story revolves around a young British officer named Captain Johnnie Goodheart, who is sent to India to serve in the army during World War I. He is tasked with leading a group of soldiers on a dangerous mission to capture a hill occupied by enemy forces. Along the way, he faces various challenges and obstacles, including treacherous terrain, harsh weather conditions, and the betrayal of one of his own men. Through it all, Captain Goodheart must maintain his composure and lead his troops to victory, all while grappling with the moral implications of war and the toll it takes on those who fight it. The novel is a gripping tale of bravery, sacrifice, and the human cost of conflict, and provides a vivid portrayal of the experiences of soldiers during World War I.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436759617
• ISBN13: 9781436759618
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"