In dictionary format; presenting the history and facts behind some of the most famous wartime words and phrases. These were World Wars so the origins discussed are multi-national giving some intriguing insights into German, French and Japanese slogans in particular. Great for word lovers of course, but it’s also an invaluable reference to keep on hand for when a history book throws up the unexpected.
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Nigel Rees presents a nostalgic and witty guide to wartime catchphrases, from the now ubiquitous 'Keep Calm and Carry On' to lesser-known gems such as 'lions led by donkeys'. Following his hugely popular survey of domestic sayings, More Tea Vicar?, Rees returns with a witty and fascinating examination of the catchphrases that saw us through wartime Britain and are still relevant in times of crisis today.Including domestic phrases of the time, propaganda, and slang developed by soldiers abroad, the book describes the provenance and development of these intriguing, quirky and sometimes crude phrases that were born out of times of conflict and have in many cases become part of our language.
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Nigel Rees presents a nostalgic and witty guide to wartime catchphrases, from the now ubiquitous 'Keep Calm and Carry On' to lesser-known gems such as 'lions led by donkeys'. Following his hugely popular survey of domestic sayings, More Tea Vicar?, Rees returns with a witty and fascinating examination of the catchphrases that saw us through wartime Britain and are still relevant in times of crisis today.Including domestic phrases of the time, propaganda, and slang developed by soldiers abroad, the book describes the provenance and development of these intriguing, quirky and sometimes crude phrases that were born out of times of conflict and have in many cases become part of our language.
Don't You Know There's A War On? features in the following genres: Biographies & Autobiographies, History, Non-Fiction Books of the Month, eBooks of the Month, Biography, Literature and Literary studies, History and Archaeology, Recommendations
Ebook, Hardback. £6.99. Digital. Available Immediately. Country restrictions apply..
Don't You Know There's A War On? was written by Nigel Rees and published by Batsford
£6.99. Digital. Available Immediately. Country restrictions apply..
