The One That Got Away
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A gripping work of narrative non-fiction, The One That Got Away chronicles one of the most remarkable escape stories to emerge from World War II — the true account of RAF pilot Kendal Burt's extraordinary journey after being shot down and captured by the Germans. The book details his repeated and audacious attempts to break free from prisoner-of-war camps, painting a vivid portrait of resilience, ingenuity, and sheer determination in the face of relentless adversity. Written with the pace and tension of a thriller, it presents the harrowing realities of captivity alongside moments of dark humor and camaraderie that defined life behind enemy lines. Co-authored with journalist James Leasor, the narrative brings an authoritative yet deeply personal voice to a story that stands as a testament to the indomitable human spirit under the most extreme wartime conditions.
Author: James Leasor And Kendal Burt
Format: Hardback
Published: 1958, Reader's Book Club
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A gripping work of narrative non-fiction, The One That Got Away chronicles one of the most remarkable escape stories to emerge from World War II — the true account of RAF pilot Kendal Burt's extraordinary journey after being shot down and captured by the Germans. The book details his repeated and audacious attempts to break free from prisoner-of-war camps, painting a vivid portrait of resilience, ingenuity, and sheer determination in the face of relentless adversity. Written with the pace and tension of a thriller, it presents the harrowing realities of captivity alongside moments of dark humor and camaraderie that defined life behind enemy lines. Co-authored with journalist James Leasor, the narrative brings an authoritative yet deeply personal voice to a story that stands as a testament to the indomitable human spirit under the most extreme wartime conditions.