— Fire over London 1940-41

London & Melbourne, THe London County Council; Hutchinson & Co. 1941. Brochure/Pamphlet. A riveting and richly illustrated pamphlet detailing the operations of London's fire service during the depths of the Second World War. A fascinating account leading the reader through the largest incendiary events of 1940 and 1941, including a fire at St Paul's Cathedral.This work was written by William Sansom (1912-1976), a British writer who served as a full-time firefighter during the London Blitz.A most excellently preserved piece of wartime history. In the publisher's original paper wraps. Externally lovely, with minor wear to the edges only. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are a touch age-toned, but otherwise bright and clean. Near Fine . Ill.: None. Near Fine .