The Past In Pictures: The Home Front

The Past In Pictures: The Home Front

by Fiona Reynoldson (Author)

Synopsis

In chronological order, this book introduces the major historical and social events which rocked Britain in the Second World War. Major events such as the declaration of war, the threat of invasion, D-Day and VE Day are covered as well as the social impact of rationing, war savings, black outs, gas masks and air raid precautions. Readers are also introduced to the major personalities of the day including The Royal Family, Winston Churchill and Hitler. A wide range of visual sources of information are used such as artefacts, contemporary illustrations, photographs and posters to really bring the subject to life.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 48
Edition: New
Publisher: Wayland
Published: 18 Apr 2002

ISBN 10: 075022696X
ISBN 13: 9780750226967
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years

Media Reviews
'Apt quotations, clear precise text, a time line and glossary make for interesting reading... A good book for home reading or topic work.' -- Carousel
Author Bio
Fiona Reynoldson is an experienced author who has written nearly sixty children's information history books. She has a particular interest in war history and wrote all the titles in Wayland's Home Front series.