02286cam a22003253u 4500 38714 UtSlPG 20260610133902.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Strang, Herbert Carry On! A Story of the Fight for Bagdad Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-01-30 Produced by Al Haines "Carry On! A Story of the Fight for Bagdad" by Herbert Strang is a historical adventure novel written during the early 20th century. The book is set during World War I and revolves around the tumultuous events in Mesopotamia, particularly focusing on the characters Roger Burnet and Captain Ellingford as they navigate the dangers surrounding the fight for Bagdad. The narrative emerges from a backdrop of ancient ruins and the ongoing conflict between British forces and the Ottoman Empire. The opening of the story introduces readers to the historical significance of Mesopotamia while transitioning into a contemporary conflict, bringing to life the character of Roger Burnet, who has a personal connection to the land through his father, an archaeologist. Together with Captain Ellingford, Burnet arrives at a tell (an archaeological mound) where they discover remnants of ancient civilization. As they explore, they encounter the immediate threat posed by local tribesmen, hinting at the fierce struggles and moral dilemmas that lie ahead. The early chapters lay the groundwork for a plot filled with espionage, cultural conflict, and personal choices, creating a gripping atmosphere that invites the reader deeper into the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Iraq -- Juvenile fiction Elcock, H. K. (Howard K.), 1886-1952 Evison, G. Henry, 1871-1928 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38714 79553 79553