From the City, From the Plough

Set against the backdrop of Spring 1944 on England’s south coast, From the City, from the Plough offers a poignant and vivid account of the men from the Wessex Regiment as they prepare for and embark on their perilous journey to Normandy. Based on Alexander Baron's own wartime experiences, the story captures a mix of emotions—from boredom and fear to moments of humor—culminating in their combat fate in France. This acclaimed classic, now reissued with additional insights, provides a powerful look at the human side of war.