Dear Joan by Tony Ross
Comprises a series of letters between a young airman, Tony Ross, and Joan Charles, a girl whom he met briefly in England before he was posted to the Mediterranean during the Second World War. Through these letters, this book traces the development of their relationship from friendship to long-lasting love.
"Personal stories, especially those as compelling as Tony's and Joan's, are hugely important in putting a "human" face on the war" -- Sir Peter Squire, Chairman of Trustees, Imperial War Museum "Touching" Weekly News "Most enjoyable" -- Dame Vera Lynn "A gorgeous book" -- Anne Diamond "Wonderful.. a tribute to the strength of love" -- Vanessa Feltz
Tony Ross (Author) Tony Ross is the author of Dear Joan.Joan Charles (Author) Tony Ross served in the RAF between 1940 and 1946, reaching the rank of wing commander and being awarded the DFC. After the war, he enjoyed a long career in marketing, before retiring in 1990. He married Joan Charles in 1946 and they remained married until Joan's death in 2006. Tony lives in France and will celebrate his 90th birthday in 2011.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781845967062 |
| ISBN 10 | 1845967062 |
| Title | Dear Joan |
| Author | Tony Ross |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Transworld Publishers Ltd |
| Year published | 2011-05-05 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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