{"title":"John Eidinow","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Eidinow is a distinguished author known for delving into historical narratives with precision and depth. His works captivate readers by shedding light on compelling figures and pivotal moments in history. Eidinow brings to life the passions and struggles of his subjects, offering a nuanced perspective that both informs and engages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eEsther Simpson\u003c\/em\u003e, a testament to his skilful storytelling and dedication to capturing the essence of historical figures. Eidinow's books are thoroughly researched, providing a rich backdrop of the historical and military contexts in which his stories unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for readers with an interest in history and military affairs, John Eidinow’s collections promise to provide enlightening insights into the intricacies of past events and the lives of those who shaped them. Whether you are a history buff or a casual reader, his books offer something intriguing for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"esther-simpson-by-john-eidinow-9781472143242","title":"Esther Simpson","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMany of the academic refugees Esther Simpson helped rescue are well remembered. But who was she and why has history forgotten her?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the story of Esther Simpson, a woman whose dedication to the cause of freedom in science and learning left an indelible mark on the cultural and intellectual landscape of the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEsther Simpson - Tess to her friends - devoted her life to resettling academic refugees, whom she thought of as her family. By the end of her life, Simpson could count among her 'children' sixteen Nobel Prize winners, eighteen Knights, seventy-four fellows of the Royal Society, thirty-four fellows of the British Academy. Her 'children' made a major contribution to Allied victory in World War Two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a humble upbringing in Leeds to Russian immigrant parents, Simpson took on secretarial roles that saw her move to Paris, Vienna and Geneva. But when Hitler assumed power in 1933, she took a job in London at the Academic Assistance Council, newly set up to rescue displaced German scholars, and found her lifelong calling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a woman who befriended so many and such eminent 'children', surprisingly little is known of her. \u003cem\u003eEsther Simpson\u003c\/em\u003e is a study of who she was and how she lived, what moved her to take up and never to relinquish her calling, her impact on the world, and the historical context that helped shape her achievements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849060274412,"sku":"9781472143242","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/372c442ba4c4b41d5d6ba74ceb132a75.jpg?v=1759045450"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/john-eidinow.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}