- Paperback: 148 pages
- Publisher: AuthorHouse (11 April 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1434359336
- ISBN-13: 978-1434359339
- Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 12.7 x 0.9 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,951,545 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The Sunday Times Canada, August 3, 2008
'A Great Book By James Lingard'(which)'introduces the reader to the harsh reality of war'.
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This history of the Second World War is written from the standpoint of people directly involved. What was it like to live through such a war? This book aims to bring the period alive for the reader. However, facts and figures are historically accurate rather than the propaganda then fed to the public. Some personal experiences are slightly dramatised, but all are based on actual events. The reader may be surprised at how close the Allies came to disaster. Written by a leading lawyer with a lifelong interest in history, BRITAIN AT WAR 1939 to 1945: · Is written from the standpoint of people directly involved and aims to bring the period alive for the reader. · Provides a concise, readable but comprehensive overview of the war. · Shows how close the Allies came to disaster. · By slightly dramatizing some personal experiences (based on actual events), adds human interest. · How can a family with a small child caught up in such a war survive? The book is ideal for all who want to know about the war but lack the time to study more weighty tomes. Its entertaining insights will add interest to educational courses.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I found this book a very informative summary of the second world war that was brought to life by the social aspects and stories of individuals that showed what life was really like living through this time. We have all studied history at school but this book makes you really think about what life must have been like for the ordinary family.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I enjoy discovering the stories of real people in historical reviews. This book is great in recounting the trials and tribulations of individuals during the Second World War in Britian - brings the situation to life. It follows many of the topics I can remember my grandparents talking about: the bombing in London, the question of evacuation, the food shortages, the propaganda! Really interesting read and recommended to those with a liking to both human-interest stories and military accounts. Super!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I really enjoyed this book, it is a great account of war not only from an historical point of view, but also from the social point of view. I really enjoyed the social aspects, the effects upon the family, and war from the eyes of a child.
A concise read which kept me interested throughout. Perfect for anyone studying the war, or like me who shows a keen interest.
I would definitely recommend.
A concise read which kept me interested throughout. Perfect for anyone studying the war, or like me who shows a keen interest.
I would definitely recommend.
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