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A Game Of Birds And Wolves: The Ingenious Young Women Whose Secret Board Game Helped Win World War Ii
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As Heard On The New Yorker Radio Hour: The Triumphant And Engaging History (The New Yorker) Of The Young Women Who Devised A Winning Strategy That Defeated Nazi Uboats And Delivered A Decisive Victory In The Battle Of The Atlantic.By 1941, Winston Churchill Had Come To Believe That The Outcome Of World War Ii Rested On The Battle For The Atlantic. A Grand Strategy Game Was Devised By Captain Gilbert Roberts And A Group Of Ten Wrens (Members Of The Women'S Royal Naval Service) Assigned To His Team In An Attempt To Reveal The Tactics Behind The Vicious Success Of The German Uboats. Played On A Linoleum Floor Divided Into Painted Squares, It Required Model Ships To Be Moved Across A Makebelieve Ocean In A Manner Reminiscent Of The Childhood Game, Battleship. Through Play, The Designers Developed Operation Raspberry, A Countermaneuver That Helped Turn The Tide Of World War Ii.Combining Vibrant Novelistic Storytelling With Extensive Research, Interviews, And Previously Unpublished Accounts, Simon Parkin Describes For The First Time The Role That Women Played In Developing The Allied Strategy That, In The Words Of One Admiral, Contributed In No Small Measure To The Final Defeat Of Germany. Rich With Unforgettable Cinematic Detail And Largerthanlife Characters, A Game Of Birds And Wolves Is A Heartwrenching Tale Of Ingenuity, Dedication, Perseverance, And Love, Bringing To Life The Imagination And Sacrifice Required To Defeat The Nazis At Sea.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'A Game of Birds and Wolves'? A: 'A Game of Birds and Wolves' explores the crucial role that young women played in devising strategies that contributed to the Allied victory in World War II, specifically focusing on the Battle of the Atlantic.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Simon Parkin, who combines historical research with storytelling to narrate the experiences of women in the Women's Royal Naval Service.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: 'A Game of Birds and Wolves' is categorized as a non-fiction history book, blending elements of storytelling with factual accounts of World War II.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: When was 'A Game of Birds and Wolves' published? A: 'A Game of Birds and Wolves' was published on January 28, 2020.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: While 'A Game of Birds and Wolves' primarily targets adult readers interested in history, its engaging narrative may also appeal to young adults who enjoy historical stories.
- Q: Does this book contain illustrations or photographs? A: The book may include illustrations or photographs to enhance the storytelling, but specific details on visual content should be confirmed by checking the book itself.
- Q: What is the significance of the board game mentioned in the title? A: The board game referenced in the title was a strategic tool used by Captain Gilbert Roberts and the Wrens to simulate naval battle tactics and develop counter-strategies against German U-boats.
- Q: Where can I purchase 'A Game of Birds and Wolves'? A: 'A Game of Birds and Wolves' can be purchased from major retailers, online bookstores, and various e-commerce platforms.