Collier, Richard
1940: The World in Flames
- ISBN 13:
- 9781800325913
- author:
- Collier, Richard
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Canelo
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The year 1940 was one of unprecedented turmoil. Richard Collier's meticulous account brings this pivotal moment in history to life with vivid precision. From the frozen battlefields of Finland to the devastation of Coventry, and from the desperate evacuation of Dunkirk to the surprise attack on Norway, Collier masterfully reconstructs a year marked by both folly and bravery. By drawing on the experiences of those directly involved, he sheds new light on what war meant to ordinary people, as well as its leaders. This is a gripping narrative that offers an unforgettable glimpse into one of history's most extraordinary years, a time that continues to shape our world today.
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