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Greg Lewis

Greg Lewis is a writer with a keen interest in resistance, evasion, and escape. An investigative journalist and documentary producer, his focus is on ‘ordinary’ people who have extraordinary stories. His most recent book, The Nazi Ghost Train, uncovered a little-known act of humanity and defiance from WW2 and became a Sunday Times bestseller.

Greg Lewis

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Heroes, Villains, and Letters to Empty Houses

Inspired by a wartime RAF pilot's memories and a chance letter, years of archival research revealed the true story behind the author's new book and its a tale of Resistance, betrayal and a remarkable act of bravery.

Greg Lewis

What is the moment when the writing of a book begins? I imagine each book springs from a slightly different seed, but often they will come from a conversation or a word. I was fortunate to come to my latest book, The Nazi Ghost Train, via a very special individual....

Greg Lewis

The author reflects on the lifelong influences behind his passion for the Second World War, his people-first approach to research and storytelling, and his determination to uncover the forgotten acts of courage

Greg Lewis

What first attracted you to the period or periods you work in? My work has taken in many areas, but my focus has been World War Two and I suppose I have to ask myself where that interest came from. There’s no doubt I was influenced by what I read as a child –...