Review: Battling With The Truth

Battling With The Truth: The Contrast in the Media Reporting of World War II

– By Ian Garden

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Verdict:

A fascinating and easy-to-read book that examines key events from the Second World War from both sides of the conflict. While the amount of manipulating (and outright lying) Goebbels and the Nazi party resorted to in the name of ‘the war effort’ is unlikely to surprise you, the amount that came from the British might…

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Review: The Ration Book Diet

The Ration Book Diet (3rd Edition)

– By Mike Brown, Carol Harris, C J Jackson

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Verdict:

A fun, interesting book that effortlessly combines two of my greatest loves: history and food. If you’re into cooking and healthy eating, this little recipe book would make a quirky addition to your shelf.

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Review: Joyce’s War

Verdict: A fascinating slice of history told from a unique point of view; Joyce’s War perfectly captures a wartime experience that is both alien yet strangely familiar to us. Though you will be left desperate to know more (Joyce introduces … Continue reading