The story of Wanda, born in Slovenia but growing up in Italy near Parma with the background of Fascist organisations and the outbreak of war. Telling the story of her experiences when allied prisoners were released in 1943 to fend for themselves and how she met Eric Newby and fell in love. No dust jacket. Decorated boards are in very good condition with minor bumps to corners and edges. Previous owner's name in ink on inside of front board. Internal pages are clean and unmarked.