James Marsh
A 1940s Childhood: From Bomb Sites to Children's Hour
- ISBN 13:
- 9780752499505
- author:
- James Marsh
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 1.3 x 11.4 x 17.8 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Ireland
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
A 1940s Childhood From Bomb Sites to Children's Hour
James Marsh's memoir takes you back to a decade of great challenge, when Britain's towns and cities were being bombed on an almost nightly basis. For many children, the war meant being parted from their parents and sent away to live with complete strangers. Yet, amidst the hardships and fear, kids found ways to make their own fun, collecting shrapnel and playing in bomb-strewn streets.
This book is a nostalgic and evocative account of growing up in the 1940s, from the trauma of evacuation to the joy of returning to normal life when fathers came home. With simplicity and resilience, the author recounts the most memorable experiences of his childhood, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in British history.
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