How the Girl Guides Won the War by Janie Hampton

It is a very easy read and so well written. “Totally amazing! I couldn’t put it down. If you think guiding is behind the times – read this book and see how its always been at the forefront dealing with social injustice… see how guides across the world really did play a part in making a difference in the war years (and in peace time).” - 5★ Amazon review by M Jeffery The Girl Guides is one of the world's most extraordinary movements: millions of women have been members. Made me cry at times, its powerful and well written. A completely original history of one of the most extraordinary movements in the world the Girl Guides and how they helped win the war. “If you think Guiding has nothing to offer – read this book and have your eyes opened. “Absorbing and unexpected … a sobering and inspirational book.” - Mail on Sunday “Catches the authentic tone of unwavering, not to say relentless, optimism characteristic of the Guiding movement.” - Evening Standard “An enjoyably inspiring account of what was to be – for so many thousands of girls – an exciting and fulfilling time.” - Scotsman “Remarkable for casting a glorious light on the oddest corners.” - Telegraph Books of the Year

“…absorbing and unexpected story… packed with heart-breaking stories of the girls’ courage in extreme situations… the descriptions linger long in the mind.” - The Times “A fascinating oral history… As the government gropes for some substance to add to its vague talk of the Big Society it could do worse than to look at this prelapsarian tale of duty, teamwork and cheerfulness.” - Sunday Times “A stirring, surprising, story.” - Saga Magazine “A real revelation to read quite how those principles of guiding established by Baden Powell came to the fore.” - Dove Grey Read An original history of one of the most extraordinary movements in the world – the Girl Guides – and how they, and Brownies, helped win the war.Īvailable as hardback.

How the Girl Guides Won the War by Janie Hampton