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Life in 1940s London
Mike Hutton
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Description for Life in 1940s London
Paperback. The story of a turbulent decade for our iconic capital Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJH; 3JJPG; HBJD1; HBLW; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 127 x 271 x 24. Weight in Grams: 240.
The most momentous decade in London’s colourful history was one of huge contrasts. The war provided a heady brew of fear, bravery, stoicism, cowardice and crime, set to a background of popular music from Glenn Miller and Vera Lynn. To some, London was vibrant and exciting, but even during the war years it was still divided by class and wealth. While the privileged few enjoyed the relative comfort of the capital’s swankiest hotels, thousands of Londoners sheltered each night on the platforms of the underground. London witnessed the effects of internment, shrugged off the Blitz and was overwhelmed by ... Read more
The most momentous decade in London’s colourful history was one of huge contrasts. The war provided a heady brew of fear, bravery, stoicism, cowardice and crime, set to a background of popular music from Glenn Miller and Vera Lynn. To some, London was vibrant and exciting, but even during the war years it was still divided by class and wealth. While the privileged few enjoyed the relative comfort of the capital’s swankiest hotels, thousands of Londoners sheltered each night on the platforms of the underground. London witnessed the effects of internment, shrugged off the Blitz and was overwhelmed by ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
Chalford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781445643786
SKU
V9781445643786
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99-82
About Mike Hutton
Mike Hutton wrote several novels before concentrating on social history. His previous books by Amberley include ‘Life in 1940s London’, ‘Life in 1950’s London’ and ‘The Story of Soho’. His aim is to bring a wider audience to our recent history by the range of subject matter he covers in a style that is easy to read yet informative. He ... Read more
Reviews for Life in 1940s London
‘Hutton transports you through a decade of hardships and triumphs. His personal recollections bring the city to life.’
BBC History Magazine
‘Well researched and well paced, this scrupulous account is occasionally hilarious, often touching, and all the better for the author’s personal recollections’
Brian Sewell
BBC History Magazine
‘Well researched and well paced, this scrupulous account is occasionally hilarious, often touching, and all the better for the author’s personal recollections’
Brian Sewell