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Autore |
Arscott David |
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Titolo |
The Blitz [[electronic resource] ] : a very peculiar history : with no added doodlebugs / / written by David Arscott ; created and designed by David Salariya ; illustrated by David Antram and Mark Bergin |
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Pubbl/distr/stampa |
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Brighton [England], : Book House, 2010 |
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Descrizione fisica |
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1 online resource (189 p.) |
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Collana |
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A Very Peculiar History, 14 ; ; v.14 |
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Altri autori (Persone) |
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Soggetti |
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London (England) History Bombardment, 1940-1941 |
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Lingua di pubblicazione |
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Formato |
Materiale a stampa |
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Livello bibliografico |
Monografia |
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Note generali |
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Description based upon print version of record. |
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Nota di contenuto |
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Cover; Contents; Front Matter; Title Page; Publisher Information; Quotes; Putting the London Blitz on the Map; The Blitz; Introduction; Chapter One; Chapter Two; Chapter Three; Chapter Four; Chapter Five; Chapter Six; Chapter Seven; Chapter Eight; Chapter Nine; Chapter Ten; Glossary; Timeline |
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Sommario/riassunto |
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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 th... |
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