When Books Went to War - by Molly Guptill Manning (Paperback)

The Armed Services Editions - A Treasure for History Buffs and Book Lovers! Discover the inspiring story of how America printed and shipped 140 million books to its troops during WWII, lifting spirits and building a new democratic audience of readers.

This heartwarming tale is as relevant today as it was then, and will leave you in awe of the power of literature to unite and inspire.

With 20 million hardcover donations gathered by outraged librarians, and 120 million small, lightweight paperbacks produced by the publishing industry, these books were carried into battle by soldiers in every theater of war.

From The Great Gatsby to A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, these Armed Services Editions rescued forgotten classics and made icons of their authors.

Don't miss out on this treasure for history buffs and book lovers - order your copy today!