{"title":"Karen Bartlett","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the intriguing world of Karen Bartlett’s writing, where detailed narratives and compelling storytelling unravel captivating stories from the past and present. Known for her exceptional ability to bring history and personal accounts to life, Karen Bartlett’s works are a must-read for those who appreciate in-depth biography and memoir genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer book, \u003cem\u003eThe Diary That Changed the World\u003c\/em\u003e, provides a fascinating look into pivotal moments captured through the eyes of an astonishing diarist. This work not only narrates history but also invites readers to explore the significant impact of personal accounts on global events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Escape from Kabul\u003c\/em\u003e, Bartlett delivers a gripping narrative filled with resilience and determination, portraying the incredible journeys of individuals caught in complex historical landscapes. This memoir offers a poignant and insightful exploration into survival against the odds, shining light on extraordinary human experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are delving into \u003cem\u003eThe Diary That Changed the World\u003c\/em\u003e or embarking on the heart-wrenching journey in \u003cem\u003eThe Escape from Kabul\u003c\/em\u003e, Karen Bartlett's books provide invaluable insights into the personal stories that shape our world. Perfect for readers with a keen interest in biographies and memoirs, her books promise both education and inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-escape-from-kabul-by-karen-bartlett-9781914613937","title":"The Escape from Kabul","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining moment-by-moment drama with an emotional story of friendship and bravery, \u003cem\u003eThe Escape from Kabul\u003c\/em\u003e is also a searing insight into the captive fate of women in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the twenty years since 2001, Afghan women obtained legal degrees, became judges and set out to transform their country—tackling corruption, and reducing horrifying levels of violence against women and children. These educated and powerful women led the mission to build a modern democracy that respected the rule of law and human rights. However, when Western forces withdrew in August 2021, the women judges of Afghanistan faced mortal danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Escape from Kabul\u003c\/em\u003e is the extraordinary, never-before-told story of their escape, and the shocking fates of those who were unable to flee. Bestselling, veteran journalist Karen Bartlett has had unique access to many of the women involved, including those in exile and the judges still trapped in Afghanistan, as well as the international network of women judges who were vital to the escape effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46722039021804,"sku":"9781914613937","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18807863482869.jpg?v=1754626781"},{"product_id":"the-diary-that-changed-the-world-by-karen-bartlett-9781785906152","title":"The Diary That Changed the World","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo build up a future, you have to know the past.\u003c\/em\u003e Otto Frank, 1967\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn late 1940s Amsterdam, when Otto Frank unwrapped his daughter Anne's diary with trembling hands and began to read the first pages, he discovered a side to his daughter that was as much a revelation to him as it would be to the rest of the world. He did not know that he was about to create an icon at the heart of a debate about twentieth-century history—with themes about growing up, persecution, human values, and religion that are still contested today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNor did he realise that publication would spark a bitter battle that would embroil him in years of legal contest and eventually drive him to a nervous breakdown and exile. Today, more than seventy-five years after Anne's death, the diary is at the centre of a multi-million-pound industry, with competing foundations, cultural critics, and former friends and relatives fighting for the right to control it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book goes beyond conventional biographies to examine the story of \u003cem\u003eThe Diary of Anne Frank\u003c\/em\u003e, the highly controversial part it played in twentieth-century history and the publishing world, and the fundamental role it has played in our understanding of the Holocaust. At the same time, it sheds new light on the life and character of Otto Frank, the complex, driven, and deeply human figure who lived in the shadows of the terrible events that robbed him of his family, while he painstakingly crafted and controlled his daughter's story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846089560300,"sku":"9781785906152","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23676353482823.jpg?v=1758904804"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/karen-bartlett.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}