"This is an excellent work which will remind older readers of their youth, and offer younger ones a glimpse into our countries’ past."
West Somerset Railway Association

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Stephen Wynn has written a very well-balanced account of aspects of Churchills life and career that has perhaps been subsumed by his reputation gained in time of war for the second time in a generation. Undoubtedly one of the most respected characters the nation has known this work is a useful counterpoint in knowing the man and is to be commended both to the Churchill specialist and the general reader.
Martin Willoughby, Chairman of the Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars A side to the Falklands War that I haven't really been aware of, the Royal Marine Band Service is well served by this book. Written with some appropriate humour, but never losing sight of the human cost of the war, the author reflects an important event in British history. Very much front and centre was the waste of lives caused by diplomacy being unsuccessful, war and conflict were never glorified and were almost incidental to the telling of the RMBS service. There are useful references to other reading matter that covers the war in more details, but this one concentrates on the support delivered by the musicians. I found it really moving, informative and humorous, never maudlin. You don't have to be a fan of military tales to find something in this book to enjoy.
NetGalley, Simon Alphonso

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars Women did what they had to do during the Great War and wanted to continue the momentum into the era following the war. They were not content to step up and then melt into oblivion. This book is about the women who gave their all to combat misogyny and become citizens in every sense during the fascinating years of 1918-1928. Some were not exactly those to aspire to but they defied notions regardless. Female football burst onto the scene and became a massive hit, so much so that even some tea houses started a healthy rivalry. Teams even traveled and entertained thousands. Brazen women formed a girl gang called the Forty Elephants in London, something I had not heard of before. They robbed stores, necessitating the need for security. Some of the girls resorted to violence when necessary. They were often abandoned and impoverished and had a desperate need to belong and survive. One of the most interesting stories involves advocating to bring remains of soldiers.. Read more
NetGalley, Brenda Carleton