Joseph, Fiona

Comforts for the Troops: A Novel Inspired by Women Workers at Cadbury in World War One

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ISBN 13:: 9780957093454
author:: Joseph, Fiona
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Foxwell Press (an Imprint of Flo-Joe)
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2015
Pages:: 268
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimeters (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, War & Military, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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Comforts for the Troops: A Novel Inspired by Women Workers at Cadbury in World War One In the midst of World War One, the lives of three women working at the Cadbury chocolate factory in Birmingham are forever changed. Jessie Paignton, a housewife turned factory worker, must return to her old job to support her family, while Leonora, a dedicated employee, seizes an opportunity to showcase her leadership skills. Meanwhile, Mary Morris's seemingly carefree life is turned upside down when her loved one falls into danger. As the women navigate their roles in the factory and the war effort, they face unexpected challenges and tragedies. Against the backdrop of the Bournville Works, this novel tells a heartwarming yet gritty story of resilience and determination. Fiona Joseph's novel is a powerful tribute to the women who worked tirelessly in the factories during World War One, and a testament to their strength and courage in the face of adversity.

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