Ukrainian title of the book: "In the ranks of the Royal Corps of Engineers" The book "In the ranks of the Royal Engineers" was written by Erskine Childers and is an exciting war novel that tells the adventures of the main character who entered the military service as an officer in the Royal Engineers. The author successfully combined a realistic description of military life with the emotional inner conflicts of the hero, which makes this book fascinating for readers of any age. The detailed depiction of battles, military strategies, and the daily lives of soldiers add realism and depth to this literary work. In the Royal Corps of Engineers is a book that is driven by the spirit of adventure and military discipline, and explores themes of friendship, courage and human commitment.