{"title":"Saul David Ltd","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to \u003cstrong\u003eSaul David Ltd\u003c\/strong\u003e, an esteemed author known for his meticulously researched works in the realms of history and military. If you're a history aficionado or someone who enjoys gripping narratives of military operations, you'll find Saul David's books both enlightening and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eOperation Thunderbolt\u003c\/em\u003e, a riveting recount of one of the most daring rescue missions in military history. The book expertly details the incredible story of the 1976 Entebbe raid, presenting a thrilling account that balances thorough historical accuracy with edge-of-your-seat storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSaul David's books are celebrated for their clear, engaging prose and their ability to make complex historical events accessible and interesting to both casual readers and history buffs alike. Whether you're delving into the strategic intricacies of military operations or exploring the broader strokes of historical narratives, this collection promises a rewarding reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection of Saul David Ltd's works, and embark on a journey through history's fascinating military chapters with an author who brings them vividly to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"operation-thunderbolt-by-saul-david-9781444762549","title":"Operation Thunderbolt","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e'The definitive work on the subject....This is the achievement of a masterly, first-rate historian' \u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003e'It's a brilliantly orchestrated book, wonderfully rich in detail, but at the same time roaring along at a heart-thumping pace...' \u003ci\u003eMail on Sunday\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003e'A brilliant, breathless account that reads like the plot of an action movie.' \u003ci\u003eSunday Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn 3 July 1976, Israeli Special Forces carried out a daring raid to free more than a hundred Israeli, French, and US hostages held by German and Palestinian terrorists at Entebbe Airport, Uganda. The legacy of this mission is still felt today in the way Western governments respond to terrorist blackmail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCodenamed Thunderbolt, the operation carried huge risks. The flight was a challenge: 2,000 miles with total radio silence over hostile territory to land in darkness at Entebbe Airport in Idi Amin's Uganda. On the ground, the Israeli commandos had just three minutes to carry out their mission. They had to evade a cordon of elite Ugandan paratroopers, storm the terminal, and free more than a hundred hostages. So much could have gone wrong: the death of the hostages if the terrorists got wind of the assault; or the capture of Israel's finest soldiers if their Hercules planes could not take off. Both would have been a human and a PR catastrophe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, with the mission largely forgotten or even unknown to many, Saul David gives the first comprehensive account of \u003ci\u003eOperation Thunderbolt\u003c\/i\u003e using classified documents from archives in four countries and interviews with key participants, including Israeli soldiers and politicians, hostages, a member of the Kenyan government, and a former terrorist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth a thrilling page-turner and a major piece of historical detective work, \u003ci\u003eOperation Thunderbolt\u003c\/i\u003e shows how the outcome of Israel's most famous military operation depended on secret diplomacy, courage, and luck—and was in the balance right up to the very last moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gardners Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849643610348,"sku":"9781444762549","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781444762549.jpg?v=1759057311"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/saul-david-ltd.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}