DECEMBER FORTY FOUR by Jack Dunn is based on his fascinating memories of growing up during World War II, and the nationwide rationing and involvement of ordinary citizens during the wartime effort. It's a heartwarming story of people reaching out to help other people in distress, needing food, or grieving the loss of loved ones This is an accurate and fascinating look at the day-to-day lives of people at home and the shortages they faced and the grief they felt over the loss of loved ones during World War II.