آیا نمی‌دانی که جنگی در کار است؟: کلمات و عبارات از جنگ‌های جهانی

Nigel Rees presents a nostalgic and witty guide to wartime catchphrases, from the now ubiquitous 'Keep Calm and Carry On' to lesser-known gems such as 'lions led by donkeys'. Following his hugely popular survey of domestic sayings, More Tea Vicar?, Rees returns with a witty and fascinating examination of the catchphrases that saw us through wartime Britain and are still relevant in times of crisis today. Including domestic phrases of the time, propaganda, and slang developed by soldiers abroad, the book describes the provenance and development of these intriguing, quirky and sometimes crude phrases that were born out of times of conflict and have in many cases become part of our language. This fascinating book is a wide-ranging exploration of words and phrases from the two world wars. It covers phrases from both home and abroad, including military terms, political slogans, slang used by soldiers abroad and comic radio-show catchphrases. It's packed with information on the provenance and development of these intriguing, quirky and sometimes crude phrases that were born out of times of conflict and have become part of our language Perfect for military history buffs and Anglophiles, this treasury of wartime slogans captures the unconquerable spirit of the British people one phrase at a time. Nigel Rees, who has delighted audiences on the BBC for more than 25 years, has created a nostalgic guide that traces the evolution of soldiers' slang and political propaganda. The engaging entries range from the stoic Keep Calm and Carry On to the cutting wit of Lions led by donkeys.