{"title":"Laurence Ward","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the works of Laurence Ward, an author renowned for bringing historical events to life with meticulous detail and engaging narratives. Laurence Ward's publications offer invaluable insights into significant periods of history, particularly focusing on the impact of warfare on urban landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe London County Council Bomb Damage Maps 1939-1945\u003c\/em\u003e, presents a fascinating and detailed exploration of London's resilience during World War II. Through carefully curated maps and accompanying narratives, Ward offers readers a vivid portrayal of how the city was affected by the relentless Bombing campaigns, providing a unique perspective on wartime London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngaging, educational, and meticulously researched, Laurence Ward's books are a treasure trove for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. Whether you are delving into the history of the Second World War or exploring military strategy and its impact on society, Ward's works provide comprehensive and thought-provoking insights that are sure to captivate and inform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the Laurence Ward collection in our History \u0026amp; Military section to uncover the stories that shaped the cities and societies we know today. Each book is a testament to Ward's dedication to preserving historical narratives and fostering understanding through expertly crafted literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-london-county-council-bomb-damage-maps-1939-1945-by-laurence-ward-9780500518250","title":"The London County Council Bomb Damage Maps 1939-1945","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween 1939 and 1945, London and its environs experienced destruction on a huge scale, with air raids and rocket attacks reducing buildings and entire streets to rubble. \u003cem\u003eThe London County Council Bomb Damage Maps 1939-1945\u003c\/em\u003e speak of the human experience of war - of loss and camaraderie, of tragedy and heroism - conjuring up the days of blackout and the 'Spirit of the Blitz'. They tell a story, moreover, that was echoed in towns and cities across Britain and throughout the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe maps, meticulously hand-coloured to document the level of damage being wrought, represent a key record of the destruction, the impact of which can still be seen in the capital's urban and social landscapes. Featuring new, high-quality images of each of the 110 maps that make up the set, complete with archival tables of often grim statistics, this book marks the first time these remarkable documents - part historical artifacts, part social history - have been published for a general audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book also includes a series of extraordinary photographs of the damage done to the City of London in particular, taken with a sympathetic yet unflinching eye by police constables Arthur Cross and Fred Tibbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850331115756,"sku":"9780500518250","price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5003363482366.jpg?v=1759081811"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/laurence-ward.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}