A Woman in Love and War: Vera Brittain. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 1933 book, Testament of Youth
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Testament of Youth
Vera Brittain, 1933
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Claire Whalley, 2008

Presented by Jo Brand, this compelling portrayal brings to life the experiences of Vera Brittain, a remarkable individual who witnessed and lived through the tumultuous events of the First World War. Drawing from Vera’s poignant letters and memoirs, the audience gains a unique perspective on the war, as it unfolds before their eyes through the lens of a young woman’s personal journey.


The Last Letter from Your Lover. Poster of the 2021 movie and cover of the 2008 book
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The Last Letter from Your Lover
Jojo Moyes, 2008
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Augustine Frizzell, 2021

A young female journalist in contemporary London uncovers a series of love letters telling the story of an intensely romantic but star-crossed affair in the 1960s, and becomes obsessed with discovering the lovers’ identities and finding out how their love story ends.