Arise the Dead II - Elizabeth Langridge

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Résumé :
This story--part memoir, part historical fiction--spans a period of one hundred years, from 1914 to 2014, with the main emphasis being on the years of the two World Wars. It concentrates on the lives of real people--the author's parents, the author, a young pilot from New Jersey in WW1, and others--as well as some fictional characters, who all lived through one or both of the wars and were profoundly affected personally by them. Arise the Dead II focuses on World War Two where the home of the author's parents was bombed in late 1940 during the 'blitz' on London.

Biographie:
Elizabeth Langridge was born in 1938 in the south of England. Her earliest memories are of the Second World War. Their home was bombed in November, 1940. In 1966 she married a Canadian who was in London working. That year they came to Toronto to live. They have three children.

Sommaire:
A family's resilience during World War II.

Arise The Dead II: World War Two spans a century, focusing on the profound impact of war. Through personal narratives and historical context, Elizabeth Langridge shares the experiences of her parents, a young pilot, and fictional characters navigating the tumultuous years of the World Wars.

This part-memoir, part historical fiction explores themes of loss, resilience, and remembrance. Discover the strength of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances, and the enduring power of family bonds amidst the chaos of war. Perfect for readers seeking historical insights through intimate, personal stories. Experience the past--order your copy today!