To War with Whitaker

A captivating memoir of adventure, defiance, and courage during World War II. To War with Whitaker is an account of the most adventurous, defiant, and valiant years in the life of Hermione, Countess of Ranfurly, who kept a diary throughout her remarkable journey.

Marrying only months before the outbreak of the Second World War, Hermione resolved to join her husband Dan in the Middle East when he was posted there along with their faithful butler, Whitaker. This memoir offers astounding displays of Hermione's commitment and independence as she travelled alone from Cape Town to Cairo and remained in the region for two and a half years while Dan was imprisoned by the Germans – encountering many notable characters along the way.

With wit, exuberance, and sharp insight, Hermione's diary entries provide a vivid portrait of a strong-minded and outspoken woman navigating the challenges of wartime. From her unwavering determination not to return home without her husband to her tireless efforts supporting the troops through the creation of libraries, Hermione's story is one of resilience, love, and the unbreakable bonds of marriage tested by war. This Pan Heritage Classics edition features the original black and white plate sections, further bringing to life Hermione's incredible tale of To War with Whitaker.