{"title":"Alexander Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Alexander Rose collection, where history and military enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the captivating world crafted by an exceptional historian and author. Alexander Rose has carved a niche in the literary world with his exemplary research skills and ability to weave complex historical narratives into engrossing reads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003ePhantom Fleet\u003c\/em\u003e, a brilliant exploration of maritime history that takes readers on a journey through strategic naval operations and their pivotal roles in shaping world events. It is perfect for those with a passion for understanding the intricacies of military strategy and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlexander Rose is known for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to breathe life into historical figures and events, making them accessible to modern audiences. Whether you are a seasoned history buff or new to the genre, you'll find his works both educational and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the past with Alexander Rose’s expertly written books that not only inform but also entertain, offering a deeper understanding of the events and decisions that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"phantom-fleet-by-alexander-rose-9780316564472","title":"Phantom Fleet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe thrilling, untold story of one of the greatest heists in history: the clandestine capture of a Nazi U-boat at the climax of World War II, an incredible feat that helped pave the way for the Allied invasion liberation of Europe.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShortly before noon on June 4, 1944, the sonar operator on a destroyer prowling off the coast of West Africa heard a sharp, metallic \u003ci\u003eping\u003c\/i\u003e. The sound could mean only one thing: the German U-boat that their hunter-killer group had long been tracking, U-505, was lurking somewhere in the darkness beneath them. The ensuing fight between exhausted hunter and venomous prey would make history when American sailors boarded an enemy warship at sea for the first time since the War of 1812.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat day's victory was the culmination of a tireless campaign against the Nazi submarine threat by \"Tenth Fleet\"—a mysterious unit possessing the oracular ability to predict the locations and movement of Hitler's U-boats. Run by Commander Kenneth Knowles, Tenth Fleet had guided Captain Dan Gallery to U-505, and to repay the favour, Gallery was going to steal an Enigma machine for him. Now all they had to do was to make a U-boat, its crew, and its secrets vanish into thin air...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this swashbuckling adventure story, bestselling historian Alexander Rose draws on long-classified encrypted documents and intercepted German transmissions to unravel, for the first time, the astounding tale of a daring heist cooked up by an owlish egghead and a glory-seeking buccaneer to score the richest prize on the high seas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072640631020,"sku":"9780316564472","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c0ee1ce420e2627456e50009cb666c14.jpg?v=1765138172"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/alexander-rose.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}