‘A remarkable tale of daring escapes…’ – KENTISH GAZETTE ‘What comes through Mr James’s book as much as the resilience and bravery of these men is the indomitable spirit in the face of adversity which often manifested itself in the form of humour.’ – WESTERN MAIL. In June 1940, Pilot Officer B.A. (‘Jimmy’) James was captured …
A delightful collection of sketches by Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888), the author best known as the creator of such novels as LITTLE WOMEN, AN OLD-FASHIONED GIRL, LITTLE MEN, and EIGHT COUSINS. She won critical acclaim with HOSPITAL SKETCHES, an engaging and deeply moving account of her service as an army nurse during the Civil War. Encouraged …