Postcards from World War II: Sights & Sentiments from the Last Century (Paperback)

by Robynn Clairday (Author), Matt Clairday (Author)

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"I strongly recommend Postcards from World War II... Robynn and Matt Clairday have done an excellent job of compiling a collection of heartfelt, funny and moving postcards sent by servicemen and women between 1941 and 1945. I have no doubt, it will touch all who read it."

Product Details

• Paperback: 184 pages
• Publisher: Square One Publishers (October 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0757001025
• ISBN-13: 978-0757001024
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,381,099 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A unique experience, November 5, 2001

By	David E. Bradley (Kingston, Ontario, Canada) - See all my reviews

As one who grew up in the UK during World War II, "Postcards from World War II" provides an unexpected insight into what conditions were like in America. It never occurred to me that anyone outside Europe had price controls, food rationing and other restrictions. The text is not just a chronicle of events, it complements the numerous evocative postcards to give the reader a unique experience. Many are difficult-to-read scribbles, but are transcribed at the back so their all-important words can be read with ease. The publishers have provided high quality reproductions with unexpected clarity. This is a fine book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Anyone will love this book!, November 17, 2001

By	Terry LaFin (Charlotte, NC United States) - See all my reviews

This is a wonderful, entertaining book! The graphics of actual World War II Postcards are fabulous!!! You will enjoy it from the minute you pick it up till you turn the very last page. The Clairday's give us a bird's eye view of the impact on the soldiers and their families during World War II. In a colorful real way, you are transported back in time while reading the notes to family, friends and loved ones. The images on those cards also speak to the history of the time. Anyone of any age can appreciate this "fun to read" book. It is a "must have" and a "great gift" for the holidays.