The Weinsteins' War: Letters of Love, Struggle and Survival

A poignant collection of letters revealing a Jewish family's love, struggle, and survival during World War II.

The Weinsteins’ War documents the lives of David and Sylvia Weinstein, a young Jewish couple separated by WWII. Through 700 intimate letters, discover their everyday struggles, hopes, and heartbreaks as David serves in Europe and North Africa, while Sylvia faces the dangers and deprivations of the home front in London. These vivid letters reveal the pressures on their marriage, family rivalries, and political tensions, showcasing their resilience and enduring love.

Experience an honest portrayal of sustaining a relationship across continents and the Weinsteins' dreams for a new, post-war Britain. This collection is perfect for readers interested in WWII history, biographical accounts, and stories of family and love during wartime.

RUTH MENDICK & JEREMY WEINSTEIN are the children of David and Sylvia; they have worked tirelessly to collate their parents’ collection of over 700 letters and to research the events that they describe.