Book: Joy of war for boys - late 1930s

. Title: ‘The Boys’ Illustrated Book of the War’ (No author)
. Edition: second. No publishing date. (my guess: pre-world war II).
. Published in London by George Newnes Limited, Southampton Street, Strand, W.C.
. Number of pages: 136.
. Condition: poorly.
. Attitude: Stiff upper lip.

Starting bid $12.

(Sorry. No pic. I have lost it)

The editor (who signs himself as ‘The Captain’) has dedicated this book to all British boys – of whatever age.
He has recorded the story of British forces whose ‘valour has added yet another chapter to their glorious history’ during World War One. Heroism shines throughout this book: its noble battle scenes, its black and white photos of warships, big guns and frail biplanes and its chapters of upbeat patriotism.

The book itself is in a battered condition, as if it too has just limped home from the battlefield, gallantly ignoring its wounds. It is a snapshot of its time, taken between the two world wars, and is intended to call adolescent boys to arms and lay down their lives for Britain.

It appears to be complete, with all its pages. However, the facing pages inside both back and front covers are coming away. The fabric is torn from upper part of outer spine.

You can judge this book by its cover: it is flawed both inside and out.

But don’t let me put you off.

(NOTE: it did. There were no bids)