Items related to Polly's War
World War II may be over, but Polly Pride feels as though the fighting has moved to her own home. Polly knows that she risks losing everything, but refuses to go back to Ancoats and a life of grinding poverty. And she won't stand by and watch her family tear itself to pieces.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Freda Lightfoot was born and brought up in the mill towns of Lancashire. She has been a teacher, bookseller and smallholder but began her writing career by publishing over forty short stories and articles and five historical romances under a different name. Having lived for many years in the Lake District and also in Cornwall, she now tries to divide her time between the two.
Review:
'Polly is made of stern stuff, though, and the tale of her courage and grit against the backdrop of a Northern city in the grip of depression make for a powerful narrative.' -- Newcastle Evening Chronicle '[Freda Lightfoot] has an established readership who will be delighted by this latest offering ... deftly chronicled, and likeable' -- Telegraph & Argus 'Freda Lightfoot's new novel is a tale of a courageous young woman determined to make a better life for herself and her family.' -- Lancashire Life - Manchester 'A heart wrenching family story that keeps you turning the pages as the drama unfolds.' -- Scunthorpe Evening Telegraph 'A heart-wrenching tale of postwar Britain. Gripping to the end.' -- Prizes Galore.com 'A heart-rending story of life at Wars' end. A gripping tale with memories recalled dramatically' -- Telegraph & Argus The writer clearly knows her Manchester well, especially the canals, warehouses, factories and humble shops and dwellings of the poor. Her historical research has been painstaking and the sense of the period is very real' -- Historical Novel Society 'the characters are believable and the story compelling, heart wrenching and poignant' -- Westmoreland Gazette
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherHodder & Stoughton
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 0340715340
- ISBN 13 9780340715345
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages320
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Polly's War
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton
(2000)
ISBN 10: 0340715340
ISBN 13: 9780340715345
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. Ex-Library Book. Has usual library markings and stamps inside. All orders are dispatched the following working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we have over 500,000 books in stock. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied. Seller Inventory # mon0006686629
Buy Used
US$ 7.41
Convert currency
Stock Image
Polly's War
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Polly's War This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780340715345
Buy Used
US$ 9.29
Convert currency
Stock Image
Polly's War
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton
(2000)
ISBN 10: 0340715340
ISBN 13: 9780340715345
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR005202133
Buy Used
US$ 10.53
Convert currency
Stock Image
Polly's War
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780340715345
Buy Used
US$ 9.29
Convert currency
Stock Image
Polly's War
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton
(2000)
ISBN 10: 0340715340
ISBN 13: 9780340715345
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0340715340-2-3
Buy Used
US$ 24.50
Convert currency