A 1940s Childhood

£9.99
ITEM CODE: 15213
4.3/5
Do you remember playing on bomb sites, 'Children's Hour', tin baths, knitted swimsuits or Radio Caroline? Collections to jog the memory; chapters recall games, hobbies, holidays, m...
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A 1940s Childhood
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Do you remember playing on bomb sites, 'Children's Hour', tin baths, knitted swimsuits or Radio Caroline? Collections to jog the memory; chapters recall games, hobbies, holidays, music and fashion; perfect to share with a younger generation. Written by Peter Marsh this book shows us life through the eyes of a child in the 1940s, through all the good times and the tough times. It is important to remember the rich history we carry with us, and how it is reflected in Britain today.
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Paperback
17.5 x 11cm
222 pages
54 black-and-white illustrations
FSC accredited paper
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Reviews
Overall product rating 4.3/5
02 December 2024
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Evocative but rather neglects certain parts of the country. We all suffered.
27 August 2024
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Just as i remember the 40s. brought back many memories.
By Ms kate Brown
29 December 2022
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These books are nice but only worth the price paid nothing exceptional about them pr Christmasy
By Mr Michael Frost
16 November 2022
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Very interesting book purchased as a gift.
31 October 2022
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Excellent little book, great read.
By Mr Richard Maclean
04 January 2022
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Good quality product delivered on time
30 December 2021
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Some inaccuracies in the book.
By Mrs Joan Davidson
20 December 2021
Whitehaven
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Bought as gift so was able rate first hand. Recipient was delighted - brought back many memories
14 December 2021
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Seemed interesting but needs more pictures for old people.
28 November 2021
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Another gift, recipient seems pleased with it.