{"title":"Richard Cobb","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the intriguing world of European history with the works of \u003cstrong\u003eRichard Cobb\u003c\/strong\u003e, a renowned historian known for his deep dives into the nuanced and complex relationships between nations. Cobb's expertise lies in his vivid portrayal of historical episodes, particularly focusing on France and Germany during periods of profound change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis book, \u003cem\u003eFrench and Germans, Germans and French\u003c\/em\u003e, stands as a testament to his ability to intricately dissect the multifaceted associations between these two neighbouring nations. Through his writing, Cobb provides an insightful exploration of how cultural exchanges and conflicts have shaped the history and psyche of Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders with an interest in \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e will find Cobb's works to be an enlightening addition to their collection. Each book promises a journey through time, painted with the nuances of human experience and scholarly attention to detail. Discover Richard Cobb's collection and delve into the rich tapestry of European history like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"french-and-germans-germans-and-french-by-richard-cobb-9780241351314","title":"French and Germans, Germans and French","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA magnificent account of Occupied France in both the First and Second World Wars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most difficult and often savage relationship in 20th century western Europe was between the French and the Germans. Twice, cataclysmic wars were fought out on their borders, successfully by the French in 1914-18 and unsuccessfully in 1940. Both wars led to military occupation—for the large block of northern France behind the German trenches in the First World War and ultimately the whole country in the Second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Cobb's extraordinary book is a meditation on the whole idea of occupation. How do you survive? When do you collaborate? What moral compromises are necessary? Above all, it is a book about the way that history gives a shape and rationality to events which, for those living through them, are completely mysterious and terrifying. For those trapped under German rule—frightened, confused, malnourished—what is the right course of action?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrench and Germans, Germans and French\u003c\/em\u003e recreates, with a brilliant mix of wit and sympathy, the story of one of the modern era's great dramas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46249893069036,"sku":"9780241351314","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780241351314.jpg?v=1741561929"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/richard-cobb.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}