The classic novel of the London Blitz, DARKNESS FALLS FROM THE AIR
captures the chaos, absurdity and ultimately the tragedy of life during
the bombardment.
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Bill Sarratt is a civil servant working on the war effort. Thwarted at
every turn by bureaucracy and the vested interests of big business, the
seemingly unflappable Bill is also on the verge of losing his wife
Marcia to a literary poseur named Stephen. As the bombs continue to
fall, Bill must decide whether he his willing to compromise his
principles and prevent his life from crumbling before his very eyes.