1940: Myth and Reality Ponting, Clive Summary Britain's Finest Hour revealed as a muddle of ineptitude and propaganda. Britain's Finest Hour revealed as a muddle of ineptitude and propaganda. Thoroughly researched and well written, Clive Ponting's book stands just about every preconceived notion concerning Britain's role in World War II on its head.-William L. O'Neill. Perfect for fans of Origins, History, Military History, World War II 19391945, Childrens Books on European History, History of Slavery. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 272 pages · Paperback By Ponting, Clive Details ISBN: 9780747407287 Author: Ponting, Clive Format: Paperback Pages: 272 Language: English Publication date: 20 November 1990 Condition: Used – Like New About the authors Ponting, Clive and Clive Ponting More about this book Reviews Britain's Finest Hour revealed as a muddle of ineptitude and propaganda. Thoroughly researched and well written, Clive Ponting's book stands just about every preconceived notion concerning Britain's role in World War II on its head.