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Rations, A Very Peculiar History

2012-01-19 History
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Release : 2012-01-19
Genre : History
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Book Synopsis Rations, A Very Peculiar History by : David Arscott

Download or read book Rations, A Very Peculiar History written by David Arscott. This book was released on 2012-01-19. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When war broke out in 1939, few knew that they would soon be fighting to survive, let alone how or when it would end. 'Rations: A Very Peculiar History' looks at the measures the British government took to ensure the wellbeing of its people during wartime, and how the British public dealt with it. With some stealing, some hoarding, but most just trying to get by, it was one of the bleakest periods in British history. But there's a reason they called it 'the Blitz spirit' - this title features amazing tales of camaraderie and good humour in the face of bombs and hunger. Featuring incredible food-and-energy-saving recipes used at the time, along with quotes from survivors, 'Rations: A Very Peculiar History' will transport you back to a time when even Buckingham Palace and the Ritz hotel weren't above swapping a bit of venison for a bit of lobster.

World War Two, A Very Peculiar History

2012-02-24 History
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Release : 2012-02-24
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 798/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis World War Two, A Very Peculiar History by : Jim Pipe

Download or read book World War Two, A Very Peculiar History written by Jim Pipe. This book was released on 2012-02-24. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World War Two, A Very Peculiar History' explores the most destructive event of the twentieth century, a war that defined and shaped the world we live in today. Jim Pipe introduces the nations, as well as individuals, that participated and the politics that drove them, alongside the Peculiar History-style fascinating trivia and quirky facts. In this book you can learn about mad British schemes and the atomic bomb, Nazi hunters and wartime songs, as well as comprehensive chapters about the origins and causes of World War Two, the rise of Hitler and the Third Reich, how the war was handled at home and much, much more. 'World War Two, A Very Peculiar History' is also packed with captivating anecdotes and interesting panels of mind-boggling information about World War II.

World War One, A Very Peculiar History

2012-01-18 History
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Release : 2012-01-18
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 267/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis World War One, A Very Peculiar History by : Jim Pipe

Download or read book World War One, A Very Peculiar History written by Jim Pipe. This book was released on 2012-01-18. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the centenary of the outbreak of the The Great War coming in 2014, 'World War One, A Very Peculiar History' commemorates the events of the time by looking at some of the incredible lengths, no matter how risky or bizarre, people went to to defend their country. From Front pigs to hairy beasts, author Jim Pipe looks at the nicknames coined at the time, while providing mind-boggling lists and figures about the battles, the equipment used and the harsh conditions the troops faced. Laced throughout this chronological description of the events leading up to and during the war are tales of human endeavour, charity and daring - some scary, some quirky, and some truly unbelievable. So take the time to take in the sheer scale of sacrifice, destruction and political tension that World War One resulted in, because we won't be able to ask first-hand what it was like to fight in World War One for much longer.

The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History

2012-01-18 History
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Release : 2012-01-18
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 410/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History by : David Arscott

Download or read book The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History written by David Arscott. This book was released on 2012-01-18. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Taking a unique look at how Britain survived the bombing of its major cities, 'The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History' tells a story of blackouts, Bletchley Park and bravery during the darkest (literally) period of World War II. From Dunkirk to Dad's Army, explore the many ways in which Britain tried to foil the incoming bomber planes, featuring quirky stories and fascinating trivia about this period of history. Were German paratroopers really dropped disguised as nuns? Find out the answer to this question and many more even more bizarre ones throughout the course of this amazing tale of sacrifice and survival in the face of adversity.

Egyptian Mummies, A Very Peculiar History

2012-01-12 History
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Release : 2012-01-12
Genre : History
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Book Synopsis Egyptian Mummies, A Very Peculiar History by : Jim Pipe

Download or read book Egyptian Mummies, A Very Peculiar History written by Jim Pipe. This book was released on 2012-01-12. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You can't take it with you - or can you? Discover the grisly process of mummification, from embalming and stuffing the corpse to preparing a home for eternity. This title explores the quirky side of a journey to the afterlife, looking at the myth and the science surrounding Ancient Egyptian burial practices, and the lives of the Gods that inspired them. Full of fascinating lists, creepy stories and bizarre trivia, this title is sure to educate as well as entertain, and it includes fact boxes, a full glossary and a map of Ancient Egypt. Gold, guts and gods: what a way to go!

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