In the Shadow of the Rising Sun
Surviving a Prisoner of War Childhood
by Olga Henderson
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Pub Date Jul 06 2023 | Archive Date Not set
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Description
In February 1942, nine-year-old Olga and her family were in Singapore when the city fell to the Japanese Imperial Army in the biggest defeat in history of the British Forces.
Turned back at an evacuation ship’s gangway as the bombs fell, Olga and her parents and siblings were forced to hide out until, captured by Japanese soldiers, they were sent on a forced march to the notorious Changi Prison.
Three years of captivity followed. Three years of disease, malnutrition, deprivation and oppression in Changi and Sime Road.
Now in her nineties, Olga’s inspirational story of survival is testament to the power of hope and the resilience of the human spirit.
A Note From the Publisher
The book is being added to Netgalley now to coincide with the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.
Advance Praise
'An incredible story of resilience & survival' - BBC Woman's Hour
'A remarkable story' - ITV News
'A harrowing but ultimately uplifting story of a childhood spent as a prisoner of war in Singapore during World War Two.' - Love Reading
'What an incredible woman' - BBC News
Marketing Plan
Olga has been interviewed by BBC News, ITV News, BBC Woman's Hour, BBC Jeremy Vine show, Daily Mirror, Daily Express and more.
The book is being added to Netgalley now to coincide with the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781915306425 |
| PRICE | £9.99 (GBP) |
