{"title":"Tom Trumble","description":"\u003cp\u003eTom Trumble is an accomplished author known for his engaging works in the \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e genre. His writing offers readers a compelling insight into historical events with a level of detail and human perspective that is both educational and thought-provoking. Through his works, Trumble explores pivotal moments in history, capturing the resilience and determination of individuals facing extraordinary circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes notable titles such as \u003cstrong\u003eSurvival in Singapore\u003c\/strong\u003e, which dives into the gripping narratives of historical events in Singapore. With a knack for storytelling, Trumble brings to life the trials and triumphs of those who navigated the complex landscapes of war and survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history buff or a casual reader seeking an engrossing tale, Tom Trumble's books are sure to provide a rich and immersive experience. Each book is meticulously researched and beautifully written, offering an educational journey through time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"survival-in-singapore-by-tom-trumble-9780143778059","title":"Survival in Singapore","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSurvival in Singapore\u003c\/em\u003e is a gripping account of an untold story of Japanese-occupied Singapore, and a testament of courage, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWonderfully evocative writing, of a great tale\u003c\/em\u003e - Peter FitzSimons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA story of extraordinary heroism and absolute horror\u003c\/em\u003e - Paul Ham\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn a pitch-black night in September 1943, a daring Australian commando unit launches a covert raid on Singapore Harbour, sinking and damaging numerous Japanese ships. Operation Jaywick - an epic mission that passed into Australia's national legend - sets in motion a brutal crackdown by Japan's dreaded military police, the Kempei Tai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTasked with finding the culprits of the attack, Major Sumida Haruzo intensifies his hunt for the saboteurs, weaving a deadly web that ensnares dozens of British internees in Changi Jail and countless Chinese Singaporeans. Among those swept up in the aftermath are Elizabeth Choy, a courageous schoolteacher who risks her life to smuggle aid into Changi Prison, and Robert Heatlie Scott, a senior diplomat and propagandist who miraculously survived the sinking of a ship and two days drifting on a dinghy in the open sea only to be recaptured by the Japanese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncarcerated in hellish conditions where the lines between fact and fiction blur, and where victims are forced to turn on each other to survive, Elizabeth and Robert must confront starvation, disease, and brutal torture. The fate of countless innocent lives hinges on their will to resist unimaginable agonies, maintain their tenuous grasp on reality, and hold to the truth even if it costs them their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46655964610796,"sku":"9780143778059","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780143778059.jpg?v=1752475722"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/tom-trumble.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}