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In *Going Solo*, Roald Dahl narrates his experiences as a Royal Air Force pilot during World War II. The memoir provides detailed, first‑hand descriptions of aerial dogfights, encounters with enemy forces, and the challenges of wartime service. Dahl’s engaging prose and authentic perspective bring the events of the conflict to life, offering readers insight into both the peril he faced and the broader context of the war era.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Roald Dahl
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