The One That Got Away
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Kendal Burt & James Leasor
Binding: Hardback
Published: Readers Book Club, 1958
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Age stains on end papers. Light foxing.
This gripping work of non-fiction chronicles the extraordinary true story of Franz von Werra, the sole German prisoner of war to escape Allied captivity and return to his homeland during World War II. It meticulously details von Werra's audacious capture, his relentless and ingenious escape attempts across various Allied territories, and his ultimate, improbable success. The narrative presents a thrilling account of wartime resilience and a testament to one man's unwavering determination against overwhelming odds. This historical account offers a unique perspective on the human spirit under duress, making it a compelling read for enthusiasts of military history and true-life adventure.
Author: Kendal Burt & James Leasor
Binding: Hardback
Published: Readers Book Club, 1958
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Age stains on end papers. Light foxing.
This gripping work of non-fiction chronicles the extraordinary true story of Franz von Werra, the sole German prisoner of war to escape Allied captivity and return to his homeland during World War II. It meticulously details von Werra's audacious capture, his relentless and ingenious escape attempts across various Allied territories, and his ultimate, improbable success. The narrative presents a thrilling account of wartime resilience and a testament to one man's unwavering determination against overwhelming odds. This historical account offers a unique perspective on the human spirit under duress, making it a compelling read for enthusiasts of military history and true-life adventure.