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하드커버
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202
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영어
출판됨
Jan 1, 1950
출판사
Macmillan & Co
설명
This biography delves into the extraordinary life of Richard Hillary, a young British pilot whose remarkable journey during World War II has been both inspiring and tragic. Lovat Dickson narrates Hillary's rise from a naive youth in a post-Edwardian world, through his courageous endeavors in the Royal Air Force, to the harrowing experiences he faced in combat.
The book captures not only Hillary's bravery in the face of adversity but also the deep personal struggles that marked his short life. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Dickson paints a poignant portrait of a man who became a symbol of heroism and sacrifice, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of wartime and the indomitable human spirit.
The book captures not only Hillary's bravery in the face of adversity but also the deep personal struggles that marked his short life. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Dickson paints a poignant portrait of a man who became a symbol of heroism and sacrifice, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of wartime and the indomitable human spirit.