Forgotten Voices of the Second World War (Illustrated)
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Forgotten Voices of the Second World War (Illustrated) by Max Arthur
This landmark series brought history to life in a way that had never been done before - through the words of ordinary men and women. Their eyewitness accounts tell the story of the Second World War in a way that no other history title can. Now this bestselling book has been edited, adapted and illlustrated to make it more accessible and even more commercial. It is the only history book on the market that consists almost entirely of authentic oral accounts of the Second World War, told in the words of the people who survived it. Divided into three sections, each section is arranged thematically so that readers can find out more about subjects such as what life was really like fighting the Japanese or how women contributed to the war effort. Fully illustrated with photographs from the Imperial War Museum archives, maps and timelines, complete with special features boxes giving additional background information and a glossary, this book is destined to become an essential reference for pupils, teachers and families everywhere.
"A unique collection of personal testimonies..a timely reminder of the sacrifices and horrors of war" * Sunday Express *
"This extraordinary book is crammed with details" * Daily Telegraph *
"thoroughly readable by anyone who wants to know what it felt like to be engaged in a world war" * Spectator *
"With the rawness and immediacy that only this kind of oral history can provide" * Sunday Times *
"This extraordinary book is crammed with details" * Daily Telegraph *
"thoroughly readable by anyone who wants to know what it felt like to be engaged in a world war" * Spectator *
"With the rawness and immediacy that only this kind of oral history can provide" * Sunday Times *
Acclaimed author Max Arthur specialises in first-hand recollections of historical events. He is the author of several books, including Ebury's Forgotten Voices of the Great War.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780091917746 |
| ISBN 10 | 0091917743 |
| Title | Forgotten Voices of the Second World War (Illustrated) |
| Author | Max Arthur |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Ebury Publishing |
| Year published | 2007-11-01 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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