{"product_id":"d-day-a-laymans-guide","title":"D-Day: A Layman's Guide","description":"\u003cb\u003eD-Day: A Layman's Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA clear and engaging guide to the day that changed the course of WW2. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFed up with history books that are too long, too dense, or too academic?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eD-Day: A Layman's Guide\u003c\/i\u003e is the antidote - a clear, engaging, no-nonsense look at the D-Day landings and Operation Overlord. It's history written for real people. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Readers Are Saying: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eCracking read from the expert on Layman's Guides.\u003c\/b\u003e Scott is my go-to for quick historical references.\" - \u003ci\u003eAndrew Warren, Amazon reviewer\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eExcellent book - clear, well-explained, and an easy read. Highly recommend.\u003c\/b\u003e\" - \u003ci\u003eFelix Dogon\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eA brilliant introduction to D-Day. Engaging, down-to-earth, and perfect for new readers.\u003c\/b\u003e\" - \u003ci\u003eStuart Hall\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Comprehensive Introduction to D-Day - Minus the Complexity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book has been written especially for readers with little or no prior knowledge of the D-Day landings or the Battle for Normandy. If you want a fast, accessible overview that focuses on the essentials: the big events, the key personalities, and the turning points - this is the perfect place to start. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eShort chapters. A conversational style. Just enough detail to understand what happened and why it mattered, without drowning in a sea of footnotes. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside You'll Find Clear, Engaging Coverage Of: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Atlantic Wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOSSAC, SHAEF, and the planning of the invasion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of intelligence and deception\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation Bodyguard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation Deadstick \u0026amp; Pegasus Bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe British, American, and Canadian airborne landings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Merville Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe invasion beaches: \u003cb\u003e Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePointe du Hoc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulberry harbours \u0026amp; Operation PLUTO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy Germany failed to push the Allies back into the sea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eFrom the gliders swooping into Benouville to the chaos and courage on Omaha Beach, this Layman's Guide gives you a solid grounding in one of the most important events of the Second World War - all in language anyone can understand. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders who want a clear, engaging introduction to D-Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents, casual history fans, and younger readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants the story told simply, without losing the human drama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eIf you're looking for an entertaining and informative guide to the D-Day landings, this is the ideal place to begin your journey through Normandy. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAlso available in paperback!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Scott Addington\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Createspace Independent Publishing Platform\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/07\/2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 134\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.36lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.29d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781499349825\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Createspace Independent Publishing Platform","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":53324816122154,"sku":"9781499349825","price":16.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/4553\/1946\/files\/img_8932e7e2-126d-4d15-a086-a88a01504bd0.jpg?v=1793059412","url":"https:\/\/delvanta.shop\/products\/d-day-a-laymans-guide","provider":"Whitmore Lane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}