{"title":"Karen Shainyan","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing voices of history with the works of Karen Shainyan. Renowned for her detailed exploration of pivotal historical events, Shainyan captivates readers by weaving vivid narratives with meticulous research. Her books offer a fresh perspective on the intricate tapestry of the past, inviting readers to delve deeper into the stories that shaped our present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you will find gripping titles such as \u003cem\u003eEyewitness 1917\u003c\/em\u003e, where Shainyan examines the crucial events of the Russian Revolution, providing a compelling account that brings this transformative period to life. Known for her engaging writing style, she makes history accessible and exciting for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history buff or simply curious about the world-shaping events of the past, Karen Shainyan's books provide an enlightening journey through time. Discover her works in the History \u0026amp; Military categories, and gain a deeper understanding of the world's complex historical landscape through her insightful storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eyewitness-1917-by-mikhail-zygar-9781906257279","title":"Eyewitness 1917","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dramatic account of a year of two revolutions in Russia, told through extracts from contemporary diaries, letters and memoirs, and illustrated with many previously unpublished photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e1917: The Year that Changed the World\u003c\/em\u003e is a dramatic and compelling account of Russia's revolutionary year as told by those who lived through it (not just in Russia). The book consists entirely of primary sources, taken from letters, memoirs, diaries, and other documents of the period, accompanied by remarkable images, many previously not published.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe team of journalists and experts behind Project 1917 has scoured archives, libraries, and storerooms for texts, photographs, and videos which are presented in a way that brings the reader as close as possible to the lives and events of that extraordinary year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story is told through several chapters that reveal the ebb and flow of events and opinions over the year, from increasing disillusionment with the monarchy to revolutionary fervour after the abdication of Nicholas II, then the gradual 'unravelling' of the Provisional Government, and eventually the 'Great October' that brought the Bolsheviks to power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere were many who thought that Russia's second revolution would also be short-lived, but it was the decisive moment in a year that influenced the entire course of the twentieth century, as this book vividly demonstrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849094222060,"sku":"9781906257279","price":60.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19498653482866.jpg?v=1759015955"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/karen-shainyan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}