World War Two by Jim Pipe
From the road to war to the long fight back, explore the seminal event that shaped the world we live in today.
World War Two was the most destructive event of the twentieth century, and this small but unique history looks at the politics that motivated both individuals and nations. Along with fascinating trivia, quirky facts, captivating anecdotes, and compelling quotes, Jim Pipe discusses the war's heroes and villains; the daring raids and great escapes; the soldiers' lingo; life on the British homefront; and much, much more.
World War Two was the most destructive event of the twentieth century, and this small but unique history looks at the politics that motivated both individuals and nations. Along with fascinating trivia, quirky facts, captivating anecdotes, and compelling quotes, Jim Pipe discusses the war's heroes and villains; the daring raids and great escapes; the soldiers' lingo; life on the British homefront; and much, much more.
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Brighton
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The Tudors
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Kings & Queens Of Great Britain
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Scotland
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Rations
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Scottish Words
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Scottish Clans
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Scottish Tartan And Highland Dress
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Castles
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Make Do and Mend
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Christmas, A Very Peculiar History
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Oxford
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World War One
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London
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Gardening, A Very Peculiar History
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Charles Dickens
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Titanic
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Yorkshire
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Edinburgh
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Whisky, A Very Peculiar History
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England - Boxed Set
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Great Scots
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The World Cup
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Robert Burns
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Cricket, A Very Peculiar History
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The Olympics
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Ancient Egypt - A Very Peculiar History
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Churchill, A Very Peculiar History
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The Blitz
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England
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Dundee
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Cats
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Wales
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Vampires
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William Shakespeare
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Golf
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Great Britons
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Ireland
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Ancient Egyptian Mummies
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Climate Change, A Very Peculiar History
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Dogs
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The Thames, A Very Peculiar History
Jim Pipe has a degree in Ancient and Modern History from Oxford University. He has written over 100 children's titles, including history, graphic novels, and fantasy books.
Illustrator Maria Taylor lives in Plymouth, Devon, England, where she lectures in illustration at Plymouth College of Art. She has also illustrated books for Penguin.
Illustrator Maria Taylor lives in Plymouth, Devon, England, where she lectures in illustration at Plymouth College of Art. She has also illustrated books for Penguin.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781908177971 |
| ISBN 10 | 1908177977 |
| Title | World War Two |
| Author | Jim Pipe |
| Series | Very Peculiar History |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Salariya Book Company Ltd |
| Year published | 2012-04-01 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |