In this collection of tales from the toy-basket, there are stories of heroism and danger, of mystery and romance. Sir Billy Bear, Ali the Alligator and Arnie the Soldier recount their wartime adventures and daring rescues. Custard the Clown and RSTU2, the Rapping Robot, share their memories and dreams. Every toy has a tale to tell, and with the Great Christmas Clear-out approaching, who knows what further surprises...
Arctic explorer, survival expert and naturalist Freddy Spencer Chapman was trapped behind enemy lines when the Japanese overran Malaya in 1942. His response was to begin a commando campaign of such lethal effectiveness that the Japanese deployed an entire regiment against him, hunting for him as they did for no other. He was wounded, and racked by tropical disease. His companions were killed, or captured...