{"title":"David Van Reybrouck","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cem\u003eDavid Van Reybrouck\u003c\/em\u003e, a name synonymous with insightful historical research and compelling storytelling. With a wealth of knowledge and a captivating narrative style, Van Reybrouck transforms history into an engaging exploration of profound events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his renowned works, \u003cem\u003eRevolusi\u003c\/em\u003e stands out, offering an in-depth look into the complexities of Indonesia's journey to independence. This book, along with others in his repertoire, falls under our \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e category, showcasing Van Reybrouck's meticulous attention to historical detail and his ability to weave factual accuracy with eloquent prose. His works not only inform but also inspire readers to view the past with a fresh perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history aficionado or a newcomer to the subject, David Van Reybrouck's books promise a rewarding reading experience. Each page invites you to delve deeper into historical narratives that have shaped our world, presented through the lens of an expert storyteller.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"revolusi-by-david-van-reybrouck-9781847927057","title":"Revolusi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true masterpiece of narrative history and the definitive story of the revolution that ignited the end of colonialism worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA story of staggering scope and drama, \u003cem\u003eRevolusi\u003c\/em\u003e is the masterful and definitive account of the epic revolution that sparked the decolonisation of the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn a sunny Friday morning in August 1945, a handful of tired people raised a homemade cotton flag and on behalf of 68 million compatriots announced the birth of a new nation. With the fourth largest population in the world, inhabiting islands that span an eighth of the globe, Indonesia became the first colonised country to declare its independence after the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFour million civilians had died during the wartime occupation by the Japanese that ousted the Dutch colonial regime. Another 200,000 people would lose their lives in the astonishingly brutal conflict that ensued—as the Dutch used savage violence to reassert their control, and as Britain and America became embroiled in pacifying Indonesia's guerrilla war of resistance—the 'revolusi'. It was not until December 1949 that the newly created United Nations forced The Netherlands to cede all sovereignty to Indonesia, finally ending 350 years of colonial rule and setting a precedent that would reshape the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on hundreds of interviews and eye-witness testimonies, David Van Reybrouck turns this vast and complex story into an utterly gripping narrative that is alive with human detail at every turn. A landmark publication, \u003cem\u003eRevolusi\u003c\/em\u003e shows Indonesia's struggle for independence to be one of the defining dramas of the twentieth century and establishes its author as one of the most gifted narrative historians at work in any language today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46509552206060,"sku":"9781847927057","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25998023482845.jpg?v=1748778471"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/david-van-reybrouck.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}