Secret Letters: A Battle of Britain Love Story

Author:   John Willis
Publisher:   Mensch Publishing
ISBN:  

9781912914654


Pages:   268
Publication Date:   01 December 2023
Format:   Paperback
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Dive into the daring deeds of wartime pilots in the throes of World War II. Our story centres on Geoffrey Myers, an intelligence officer with the RAF 257 Squadron during the Battle of Britain. He's a dedicated serviceman, but also a husband fearing for his wife's safety in German-occupied France. Can Geoffrey and his squadron overcome the relentless challenges of war? And will he find out what happened to his wife, hidden away in occupied France? For Geoffrey, it's not just about surviving the war, but also discovering the fate of his wife, Margot, a feat that could mean life or death for both of them. Experience the palpable fear, the heart-stopping suspense, and the indomitable spirit of resilience in this gripping narrative. John Willis, a renowned television executive and award-winning documentary filmmaker, showcases his deep interest in history and World War II in this meticulously researched narrative.

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Author:   John Willis
Publisher:   Mensch Publishing
Imprint:   Mensch Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 12.90cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 19.80cm
Weight:   0.263kg
ISBN:  

9781912914654


ISBN 10:   1912914654
Pages:   268
Publication Date:   01 December 2023
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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'A worthy memorial to these young heroes and the modest intelligence officer who recorded their triumphs and tragedies...deft and gripping.' Jewish Chronicle 'I must really recommend this book. Very moving and a rather special insight.' Dr Helen Doe, historian 'Rare insight into World War Two' RAF News 'Moving letters' Sunday Telegraph


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John Willis is one of Britain's best known television executives. He is former director of programmes at Channel 4 and director of factual and learning at the BBC. He was vice president for national programs at WGBH Boston. In 2012 he was elected chair of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). He was educated at Eltham College and Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge where he read History. He started his career as a documentary maker and won a string of awards for his films including Johnny Go Home; Alice: A Fight for Life, Rampton: The Secret Hospital; and First Tuesday: Return to Nagasaki. He was Chief Executive of Mentorn Media - producers of Question Time for the BBC - and he now chairs the board of governors at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. He divides his time between London and Norfolk.

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