In 1940, no one knew if Britain could survive a blitzkrieg.  would the bombs destroy the fabric of society -- the civilian morale upon which the war effort depended -- along with the bricks and mortar?  And would the civil defence preparations be adequate?  This extraordinary book uses first-hand accounts, published memoirs, and contemporary diaries and letters to create a vivid picture of the chaos and fear, and bears witness to the courage, spirit and good humor of those who experienced the Blitz.

Blitz: The Civilian War 1940-1945

Waller, Jane

Vaughan-Rees, Michael

Century Hutchinson (A Division of Random House Group)

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Rhymes and Rhythm (+ DVD)

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English as a Second Language

Garnet Publishing Ltd.

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