{"title":"Hanna Diamond","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Hanna Diamond collection, where you can explore the fascinating narratives crafted by this celebrated author. Hanna Diamond is a distinguished historian and academic, known for her insightful approach to bringing historical figures and events to life through her writing. Specialising in modern European history, she has a knack for weaving together the thrilling stories of extraordinary individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eJosephine Baker's Secret War\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a gripping biography that delves into the life of the iconic entertainer and civil rights activist, Josephine Baker. With meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Diamond unravels Baker's covert activities during World War II, presenting a vivid portrait of her courage and charisma. This biography is a must-read for anyone interested in the intriguing intersection of entertainment and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are captivated by stories of remarkable people who have shaped our world, Hanna Diamond's books are a perfect addition to your reading list. Dive into these enlightening biographies and memoirs to gain a deeper understanding of the past and the fascinating lives that have influenced our present.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"josephine-bakers-secret-war-by-hanna-diamond-9780300279986","title":"Josephine Baker's Secret War","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe full story of Josephine Baker's wartime and intelligence work in France and North Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the Second World War, Josephine Baker (1906–1975) was one of the most famous performers in the world. She made her name dancing on the Parisian stage, but when war broke out she decided not to return to America. Instead, Baker turned spy for the French Secret Services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this engaging, deeply researched study, Hanna Diamond tells the full story of Baker's actions for the French and Allied powers in World War Two. Drawing on previously unseen material, Diamond reveals the vital role Baker played throughout the war, from counterintelligence work for the Allied landings in North Africa to serving in the French Air Force in 1944–45. A woman of colour operating in a white male environment, Baker exploited her celebrity to enable her war work across France, Spain, Portugal, North Africa, and the Middle East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis groundbreaking account is the first to reveal the full significance of Baker's wartime contribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855792197868,"sku":"9780300279986","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24797603482294.jpg?v=1759277931"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/hanna-diamond.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}