The Home Front
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An illustrated introduction to the main aspects of living in Britain during the Second World War.
The Home Front explores what everyday life was like under these conditions, including coverage of:
- the government action taken
- how civilians went about defending their own homes
- the world of work, entertainment, food and clothing
- the historical background, and the darker side, of Britain at war
Illustrated throughout, this book is ideal for anyone keen to find out about this important period in British history.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Securing the home
Bombs
Food and gardening
Personal effects
Going to work
Travel
The Home Guard
Evacuation
Entertainment
Conclusion
Further reading
Places to visit
Securing the home
Bombs
Food and gardening
Personal effects
Going to work
Travel
The Home Guard
Evacuation
Entertainment
Conclusion
Further reading
Places to visit
Product details
| Published | 19 Mar 2002 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 40 |
| ISBN | 9780747805281 |
| Imprint | Shire Publications |
| Dimensions | 210 x 149 mm |
| Series | Shire Library |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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