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"A war scarred veteran finds himself and saves another lost soul in the process." Lost and Found is a story about the experiences of a traumatised Afghanistan army veteran Greg and an unexpected mentor in an older man, a former officer, the recently widowed Frank. Between them they come to grips with their own personal demons and together emerge if not unscarred then at peace with themselves and the world. The novel shows their developing, sometimes stormy relationship over 12 months. Thought helping the other to understand their trauma and grief Greg is restored and able to deal with his nightmares; while Frank has found a new friend and meaning in life.

This work, the first of its kind to be published in Australia, is a scholarly analysis of Australian soldiers who suffered psychologically in the First World War.

It is early December 1898. New South Wales is about to send its first contingent of soldiers to South Africa to join British forces in the empire's fight against the Boers. It will be accompanied by the New South Wales Field Ambulance. Young Sydney doctor Mark Dunkley, a new and relatively junior officer in the Ambulance receives notice to join his unit for service abroad. We follow him during the excitement prior to embarking for the sea voyage, the development of his first romance, the activities of his unit, and the humour and tragedy that play out in wartime. The story unfolds against the backdrop of a brutal conflict and the reaction of men and women to this new type of warfare.

Debunks some of the more popular myths of the campaign: the stereotypes of the supremely healthy bronzed Anzac; the myth that the British were responsible for all the major mistakes; and the image of impeccable Australian medical and nursing officers. In researching the medical aspects of the Gallipoli campaign, Dr. Tyquin has had access to unique photographs, personal diaries and letters of the medical personnel: nurses, doctors, orderlies, and stretcher-bearers. These.

The remarkable story of the formation, development, and achievements of the Australian Army Medical Corps, from before Federation to the Vietnam War and beyond.