{"title":"Emeric Pressburger","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Emeric Pressburger, a masterful storyteller known for his nuanced narratives and evocative prose. While Pressburger is widely recognised for his influential work in cinema, his talents as a writer of fiction are equally commendable. Within our collection, you'll find \u003cem\u003eThe Glass Pearls\u003c\/em\u003e (Faber Editions), a testament to his ability to weave intricate stories that capture the complexities of the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in what was then Austria-Hungary, Pressburger's diverse cultural background and experiences deeply influenced his storytelling. His narratives often explore themes of identity, morality, and the inevitable impact of history on individual lives. \u003cem\u003eThe Glass Pearls\u003c\/em\u003e, a gripping psychological thriller, illustrates his profound understanding of suspense and character development, tracing the intense and challenging journey of a fugitive in post-war London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you delve into Pressburger's written works, expect an emotional and thought-provoking exploration of life's intricacies, rendered with the same elegance and insight that marked his extraordinary career in film. Whether you are a long-time admirer or discovering his literary prowess for the first time, Emeric Pressburger's books promise a reading experience that is both enriching and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-glass-pearls-faber-editions-by-emeric-pressburger-9780571371044","title":"The Glass Pearls (Faber Editions)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'This extraordinary novel had me hooked from start to finish, and left me with so much to brood on that I felt giddy... A fascinating, morally complex, deeply unsettling read.' -\u003cb\u003eSarah Waters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A dark and harrowing window on the past: the ending will haunt your dreams. This is a novel that should never be forgotten again.' -\u003cb\u003eJanice Hallett\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNothing is more inviting to disclose your secrets than to be told by others of their own ...\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLondon, June 1965. Karl Braun arrives as a lodger in Pimlico: hatless, with a bow-tie, greying hair, slight in build. His new neighbours are intrigued by this cultured German gentleman who works as a piano tuner; many are fellow émigrés, who assume that he, like them, came to England to flee Hitler. That summer, Braun courts a woman, attends classical concerts, buys bacon, dances the twist. But as the newspapers fill with reports of the hunt for Nazi war criminals, his nightmares become increasingly worse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'At once a wonderfully compelling noir thriller and, more significantly, an audacious and challenging act of imagination. A tremendous rediscovery.' -\u003cb\u003eWilliam Boyd\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46522352599276,"sku":"9780571371044","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11386553482391.jpg?v=1749032868"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/emeric-pressburger.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}