Max Carmichael
Список книг автора Max CarmichaelThe Map Of Honour
In 1914 men of colour were expressly forbidden from joining the Australian Imperial Force but a number like Aboriginal man Robert Green, enlisted anyway. Deployed to Gallipoli, Green becomes a skilled sniper earning fame as «Killer Green», a nickname he deplores. As the campaign progresses Green's skills and intelligence are recognised by Brigadier John Monash. Monash employs Green to good effect, and protects him from military justice when Green assaults an officer who was unnecessarily endangering his men. Following the withdrawal from Gallipoli, army life provides Green with promotion and a level of acceptance he had never before experienced. However when Monash renews their working relationship Green is thrust into a world of espionage and murder. Monash, now a General, supports an MI6 mission to assassinate the head of the German Secret Service and he sends Green to France to make the hit. To reach his target Green is plunged into the horror of the battle of Pozieres which he must survive if he is to carry out his mission.
Attack on the Black Cat Track
Seven Australians and one New Zealander set out on an epic adventure to trek Papua New Guineaís remote Black Cat Track. As they make their first steps toward the track, they have no inkling of the disaster that will enfold them.<br /> <br />Situated to the north of the Kokoda Track, the Black Cat Track is reputed to be much more demanding than its more famous neighbour, and these intrepid trekkers are keen to test themselves against its gruelling terrain. They share an avid interest in WWII military history, and with some excitement they learn that the Black Cat Track is littered with evidence of the savage battles between Australian and Japanese forces. The trekkers are also keen to experience the culture of the local people.<br /> <br />Suddenly, events take a violent turn. Tribal tension erupts around them, and the trekking party is subjected to a horrifying attack. In its blood-stained aftermath a strong bond develops between the trekkers and the PNG porters.<br /> <br />Ultimately, this is a story about culture shock, tragedy, heroism, generosity, and of an unlikely yet enduring bond of friendship that has develop out of a shared traumatic experience.ed traumatic experience.<br />