Voice from the Stars: A Pathfinder's StoryThird edition of autobiography, dealing primarily with his Air Force experiences in Australia and with the RAF in England during WWII. Tells of his childhood during the Depression years in WA, his discharge from the Air Force and subsequent marriage, and his reflections on the purpose of life. |
Contents
PREFACE | 4 |
Scotlands Corner | 13 |
The Forty Club | 25 |
In Emu County | 41 |
Challenge of the Oceans | 55 |
Bournemouth belles and Berlin Betty | 75 |
St Elmos fire | 93 |
Miracle of Devils Glen | 111 |
Under the shadow of Gargarno | 153 |
Stars Over the Oilfields | 203 |
Mafia Etna and Expeditor | 229 |
Theres a Bomb at My Door | 241 |
Two Egyptian Brooches | 269 |
You must be Laurel | 283 |
EPILOGUE | 307 |
Get to know the stars | 139 |
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