Onward Virgin Soldiers
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Leslie Thomas
Binding: Hardback
Published: London, Michael Joseph, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This satirical novel chronicles the misadventures of a group of British National Servicemen stationed in Malaya during the 1950s. Onward Virgin Soldiers presents a hilariously irreverent look at military life, focusing on the recruits' attempts to navigate boredom, strict regulations, and their own burgeoning desires amidst the tropical heat. Leslie Thomas masterfully illustrates the absurdity of their situation, blending sharp wit with poignant observations on camaraderie and the loss of innocence. The narrative details their often-futile efforts to find entertainment and romance, creating a vivid and uproarious portrait of young men far from home. This comedic classic offers a unique perspective on a historical conflict through the eyes of its most reluctant participants.
Author: Leslie Thomas
Binding: Hardback
Published: London, Michael Joseph, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This satirical novel chronicles the misadventures of a group of British National Servicemen stationed in Malaya during the 1950s. Onward Virgin Soldiers presents a hilariously irreverent look at military life, focusing on the recruits' attempts to navigate boredom, strict regulations, and their own burgeoning desires amidst the tropical heat. Leslie Thomas masterfully illustrates the absurdity of their situation, blending sharp wit with poignant observations on camaraderie and the loss of innocence. The narrative details their often-futile efforts to find entertainment and romance, creating a vivid and uproarious portrait of young men far from home. This comedic classic offers a unique perspective on a historical conflict through the eyes of its most reluctant participants.