{"title":"Charles Emmerson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Charles Emmerson, an esteemed author known for his insightful exploration of history and military affairs. With a keen analytical mind and a refreshing perspective, Emmerson invites readers to delve into pivotal moments that have shaped our modern world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works, \u003cem\u003eCrucible\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a compelling narrative that intricately examines the dynamics and consequences of war. Emmerson's writing is characterised by meticulous research and a narrative style that is both engaging and accessible, making complex historical events understandable to all readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history enthusiast or simply curious about the past, Charles Emmerson's works promise to enrich your knowledge and ignite your imagination. Explore his collection today to uncover the intricate tapestries of history through a distinctively vivid lens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crucible-by-charles-emmerson-9781784703691","title":"Crucible","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brilliant work of narrative history with an international cast of characters that captures this definitive period after the close of the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGripping . . . An amazingly audacious and completely innovative way of writing history\u003c\/em\u003e — WILLIAM BOYD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn enthralling narrative history with an international cast of characters that captures this definitive period after the close of the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLenin and Hitler, Einstein and Hemingway, Josephine Baker and Rosa Luxemburg, Marcus Garvey and Mustafa Kemal—key players and participants in a world on the cusp of modernity, at a moment when anything seemed possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the First World War reaches its awful climax, a shockwave of creative destruction is released. Europe is torn apart by revolution. America is in flames. A deadly pandemic stalks the globe. The curtain rises on a dangerous and exciting new era not unlike our own—of populists and prophets, freedom fighters and fascists, radical new ideas and clashing ideologies contesting an uncertain future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrucible\u003c\/em\u003e is the collective diary of this era, filled with vaulting dreams, dark fears, grubby ambitions and the absurdities of chance. Encompassing both tragedy and humour, it brings immediacy and intimacy to a moment of deep historical transformation—with consequences that echo down to today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDazzling . . . A compelling patchwork depiction of an era\u003c\/em\u003e — TLS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis buoyant study of life after the Great War illuminates the part that chance plays in history\u003c\/em\u003e — Observer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338647916780,"sku":"9781784703691","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11651743482823.jpg?v=1743741291"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/charles-emmerson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}