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Manchester at War
Graham Phythian
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Description for Manchester at War
Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, 60 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; 3JJH; HBWQ; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 236 x 9. Weight in Grams: 366.
This new book is a remarkable and moving account of life on the home front in Manchester during the Second World War. Based on transcripts of recorded interviews with senior civilians and former members of the Armed Services, this is an invaluable first-hand record of what it was like to live under the shadow of war. The everyday hardships and heroism are recalled: the Blitz, rationing, the Home Guard, evacuees, war work, and the American presence prior to D-Day. Despite all the tragedy and difficulties, the Mancunian spirit shines through with frequent dashes of unquenchable humour. Richly illustrated, and filled ... Read more
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Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Place of Publication
Stroud, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780752491028
SKU
V9780752491028
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-50
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