Eastern Nights - and Flights: A Record of Oriental Adventure.

"Eastern Nights - and Flights: A Record of Oriental Adventure" by Alan Bott is a captivating memoir about a British aviator's World War I experiences. The story plunges into the skies over Palestine, where the author’s days are initially filled with the bond of fellow pilots, but this tranquility shatters when a plane crash leads to his capture by Turkish forces. As he transitions from pilot to prisoner, the memoir vividly tells of his life in captivity, portraying his interactions with captors and fellow prisoners, and his determined attempts to escape. The narrative explores the complex dynamics between prisoners and captors, highlighting the surreal absurdity of war while emphasizing the main character's resilience and determination.