Brian Anderson Knihy

In late 1943, small packages bound in sturdy brown paper began to arrive at American military outposts, each containing a set of ingenious pocket-sized books called the Armed Services Editions. Titled the Victory Book Campaign, this initiative was led by librarians, who garnered the support of individuals, businesses, civic organizations, and Eleanor Roosevelt. For war-weary, homesick men, these books—fiction, biographies, classics, sports tales, history books, poetry, compilations of short stories, books of humor—represented the greatest gift the military could give them. This ann+BD11otated catalogue includes posters, photographs, newspaper clippings, and other contemporary documents that provide valuable context for how the written word not only increased morale during wartime but ultimately transformed American education and changed the book industry forever.

Travel journalism is a competitive field but there is a constant need for fresh writers. This book shows you the scope of the market and helps you focus on your favourite area. You are shown how to target suitable publishers for rewarding commissions.

This pocket-sized guide describes car tours, picnic places and walks throughout the Algarve. There is a fold-out touring map for motorists, which also highlights the various walking areas. For those without a car, there are timetables for local transport. The major part of the book is devoted to the walks for all ages and abilities. They are all illustrated with 1:50,000 topographical walking maps