World War II: The People's Story

Drawn from historical archives and illustrated with more than 450 contemporary and rarely seen photographs and illustrations, WWII: The People's Story brings to life the voices of ordinary men, women and children who faced the brutalities of the Second World War with courage, determination and hope. Arranged chronologically, first-hand accounts from both soldiers and civilians are told, following a time-line of key events through the years of the second world war. An accompanying 70-minute audio CD introduces the voices of people featured in the book, as they recall their vivid memories of unforgettable times.