After The War Was Over

Description

Life for a young boy is different after the Second World War ends - the country is moving forward again and he is finding his place in the world. Once the victory parades are over and the barbed wire and unexploded bombs are cleared his attention is drawn to football, music, girls and art. Michael Foreman's personal story is the story of life in Britain in the '40s and '50s - from soldiers returning from war to jazz clubs and 'teddy boys' -- a time when everything changes. Like 'War Boy', 'After the War Was Over' is a lively and innovative combination of story and factual information with Foreman's trademark beautiful illustrations.

Promotion info

A picture of life in the 1950s for children of today. Michael Foreman's illustrations document the detail of post-war Britain. For children of today, this book recreates an enchanting world - a time of innocence, wonder and simple pleasures that is illuminated by the artist's vivid memory.

Author description

Michael Foreman's numerous books for children have earned him widespread recognition as one of the world's leading illustrators. He has worked on a vast range of children's books, and has collaborated with Terry Jones.