Home From WarHow Love Conquered the Horrors of a Soldier's Afghan Nightma
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Home From WarHow Love Conquered the Horrors of a Soldier's Afghan Nightma by Martyn Compton
Lance Corporal Martyn Compton's life was changed beyond recognition when he was blown up in a Taliban ambush that killed three of his colleagues. His survival was described as a 'miracle', as he suffered third degree burns to 75 per cent of his body. This book offers an insight into the story behind the headlines when soldiers die or are injured.
"Truly awe-inspiring" Daily Mail "A poignant and powerful book" The Scotsman "Inspiring stuff" The Bookseller
LCpl Martyn Compton, a Household Cavelryman, miraculously recovered from a Taliban bomb attack in Afghanistan in 2006. He married his fiance, Michelle, a school teacher, in July 2008. Marnie Summerfield Smith is a journalist who has written for numerous national newspapers, including The Guardian and the Sunday Mirror.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781845964504 |
| ISBN 10 | 1845964500 |
| Title | Home From WarHow Love Conquered the Horrors of a Soldier's Afghan Nightma |
| Author | Martyn Compton |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Transworld Publishers Ltd |
| Year published | 2009-03-05 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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