Dunkirk: from Disaster to Deliverance - by Sinclair Mckay
The 'absurd epic' of Dunkirk - told here through fresh interviews with veterans, plus unseen letters and archival material - is the story of how an old-fashioned island was brutally forced into the modernity of World War Two.
'McKay's novel way of analysing the crisis makes for interesting readingThis is a worthy addition to the Dunkirk literature. Indeed, McKay's approach may well play an influential role in how more conventional history books are written in future.' -- Hugh Sebag-Montefiore Daily Telegraph, 4 Stars 'McKay has done an excellent job of educating. A thoroughly enjoyable, yet exhausting and tragic, read. Sitting on the beach will never be the same again.' History of War Magazine, 5***** 'Sinclair McKay has uncovered the spirit of the indefatigable little ships. A powerful story of a mass mood, human nature and, above all showing how the expression "Dunkirk spirit" came into the English language.' This England 'Enthralling book brings home the importance of Dunkirk to the British people.' Good Book Guide 'Moving testimonies of the last survivors.' Choice Magazine 'Features veteran interviews and letters, which bring the Dunkirk landings alive.' Britain Magazine
SINCLAIR MCKAY is the bestselling author of The Secret Life of Bletchley Park and The Secret Listeners for Aurum, as well as histories of Hammer films, the James Bond films, and the pastime of rambling. He lives in London.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781781312933 |
| ISBN 10 | 1781312931 |
| Title | Dunkirk: from Disaster to Deliverance - |
| Author | Sinclair Mckay |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Quarto Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2014-09-18 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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