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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
272
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
The Great Épinal Escape is a gripping, largely untold World War II story of courage, survival, and a daring breakout by more than 500 Indian prisoners of war held by the Nazis near Épinal, France. Blending historical detail with human resilience, this book speaks to history lovers, students, and general readers seeking inspiring true tales from the war years. The tone is hopeful, reflective, and empowering, inviting readers to witness how ordinary people can rise to extraordinary challenges.
Written as narrative non-fiction, The Great Épinal Escape weaves archival records, survivor memories, and careful research into a vivid account of the 11 May 1944 bombardment, the breaking of walls, and the long trek toward neutral territory. The book follows both the aircrews who dropped the bombs and the Indian POWs who seized the moment to flee, threading their experiences into a single, suspenseful arc. What makes this work so compelling is its multi-voiced approach, its emphasis on warmth and solidarity across cultural and wartime divides, and its careful balance of peril, strategy, and hopeful perseverance.
The Great Épinal Escape will leave readers with a renewed belief in the power of courage and solidarity, and a deeper appreciation for the ordinary people who chose humanity in the face of immense adversity. It is a lasting tribute to hope and to the resilience that can define an era.
Product Details
Author
Ghee Bowman
Publisher
Westland Publications
Number of Pages
272
Language
English
ISBN
9789360450762
Reading Age
All
Binding
Hardback
AED 42.00