A new book capturing untold wartime stories is set to be discussed at a special event in Corbridge next month.
Forum Books will host an evening with historian and author John Willis on Thursday, November 6.
The book features a collection of lesser-known accounts from the Second World War, including transcribed letters shared between Jean Clarkson and Douglas Capes.
Ruth Marlee, their daughter, said: "Initially, they became pen pals when Douglas Capes was a medic in Montgomery’s 8th Army, and Jean Clarkson lived at Elrington Hall, near Haydon Bridge.
"Life as a 'Desert Rat' couldn't have been more different from Northumbrian rural life.
"The transcript of their letters is a remarkable view of history, which author John Willis added to his fascinating book, *The People's War*.
"My parents' small contribution has been included with the same sensitivity, accuracy and respect that John has given all the unheard stories of everyday bravery, moments of terror, and tales of life-affirming communities."
Mr Willis is a historian and television executive, known for his roles as director of programmes at Channel 4 and director of factual and learning at the BBC.
Forum Books will host the event at 7pm.
Tickets are available online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/forumbooks/forum-books-presents-the-peoples-war/e-kjgkra or through Forum Books in Corbridge.
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