Narakan Rifles, About Face!

Narakan Rifles, About Face! is a mid-20th century science fiction novel by George H. Smith. Set on the swampy planet of Naraka, it follows Lieutenant Terrence O'Mara as he trains the Narakan Rifles, a military unit composed of indigenous amphibian-like Narakans, to defend against the aggressive Rumi forces. The narrative explores themes of duty, cultural misunderstandings, and the complexities of colonization, blending intense combat with personal growth and humor as O'Mara confronts both external threats and internal challenges.