Wartime Summer
Narrated by Penelope Freeman
- Released
- May 1, 2020
- Length
- 7 hrs 39 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Soundings
Set during the 1940s, this collection of firsthand recollections reveals how British families navigated wartime summer holidays, facing challenges like bombings and rationing while finding ways to enjoy the season's fleeting moments. Despite a country deeply affected by war, people rediscovered simple pleasures such as exploring wildlife, foraging, and swimming in streams. Caroline Taggart's compilation offers an engaging glimpse into how Britons preserved their spirit and resilience during those long, difficult years.
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