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When Books Went To War: The Stories That Helped Us Win World War Ii
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New York Times Bestseller. While The Nazis Were Burning Hundreds Of Millions Of Books Across Europe, America Printed And Shipped 140 Million Books To Its Troops. The Heartwarming Story Of How An Army Of Librarians And Publishers Lifted Spirits And Built A New Democratic Audience Of Readers Is As Inspiring Today As It Was Then (New York Times).When America Entered World War Ii In 1941, We Faced An Enemy That Had Banned And Burned 100 Million Books. Outraged Librarians Launched A Campaign To Send Free Books To American Troops And Gathered 20 Million Hardcover Donations.In 1943, The War Department And The Publishing Industry Stepped In With An Extraordinary Program: 120 Million Small, Lightweight Paperbacks For Troops To Carry In Their Pockets And Rucksacks In Every Theater Of War. These Armed Services Editions Were Beloved By The Troops And Are Still Fondly Remembered Today.Soldiers Read Them While Waiting To Land At Normandy, In Hellish Trenches In The Midst Of Battles In The Pacific, In Field Hospitals, And On Long Bombing Flights. They Helped Rescue The Great Gatsby From Obscurity And Made Betty Smith, Author Of A Tree Grows In Brooklyn, Into A National Icon.When Books Went To War Is The Inspiring Story Of The Armed Services Editions, And A Treasure For History Buffs And Book Lovers Alike.A Thoroughly Engaging, Enlightening, And Often Uplifting Account . . . I Was Enthralled And Moved.Tim Obrien, Author Of The Things They Carrieda Cultural History That Does Much To Explain Modern America. Usa Today
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'When Books Went to War'? A: The main theme of 'When Books Went to War' is the significant role that books played in boosting the morale of American troops during World War II. It highlights how librarians and the publishing industry collaborated to provide literature to soldiers in order to uplift their spirits amidst the horrors of war.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'When Books Went to War' is Molly Guptill Manning.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to carry.
- Q: How many pages does 'When Books Went to War' have? A: 'When Books Went to War' has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What year was 'When Books Went to War' published? A: 'When Books Went to War' was published on October 27, 2015.
- Q: Is this book condition new or used? A: 'When Books Went to War' is available in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'When Books Went to War' is categorized under the 'History of Books'.
- Q: What can readers expect from the content of this book? A: Readers can expect a cultural history that explores how books were used during World War II to inspire and entertain soldiers, along with personal accounts from those who experienced the impact of the Armed Services Editions.
- Q: Is this book suitable for history buffs? A: 'When Books Went to War' is highly suitable for history buffs as it provides an insightful look into the role of literature during wartime and its lasting effects on American culture.
- Q: Does the book contain any notable quotes or endorsements? A: Yes, the book contains endorsements from notable figures, including a quote from Tim O’Brien, who described it as 'a thoroughly engaging, enlightening, and often uplifting account'.