{"product_id":"the-things-theyve-seen-reflections-on-wwii-and-the-cold-war-by-german-eyewitnesses-paperback","title":"The Things They've Seen: Reflections on WWII and the Cold War by German Eyewitnesses - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDaniel Burghard\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the Untold Stories of WWII and Cold War Germany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Things They've Seen\u003c\/i\u003e, eight Germans recount their extraordinary experiences of living through two of history's most tumultuous periods-World War II and the Cold War. These firsthand accounts open a rare window into the everyday lives of ordinary people caught in extraordinary circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt a time when many survivors of these events are passing away, this book preserves their voices, offering English-speaking readers a unique glimpse into a side of history rarely explored. From the devastating impact of the Soviet invasion of Berlin to the harrowing isolation of a Stasi political prisoner, these stories reveal the human cost behind the headlines.\u003c\/p\u003eWhat You'll Find Inside: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnforgettable Eyewitness Accounts: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Jewish woman fleeing Germany in 1939, only to return decades later to work for the Stasi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA loss of a father to a concentration camp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chilling experience of surviving 192 days in East German solitary confinement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd many more compelling stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Human Perspective: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond dates and statistics, this book captures the cultural pressures, personal sacrifices, and resilience of people navigating life under Hitler's dictatorship and Soviet control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBoth Sides of the Story: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGain a nuanced understanding by exploring perspectives from survivors on both sides of the political spectrum-those who fled, those who fought, and those who endured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Fresh Take on a Popular Topic: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile history books often focus on soldiers or concentration camp survivors, \u003ci\u003eThe Things They've Seen\u003c\/i\u003e shifts the spotlight to ordinary citizens-revealing the profound societal and cultural impact of war and political oppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eWhy Read This Book?\u003cp\u003eIf you're a fan of historical documentaries, podcasts like Dan Carlin's \u003ci\u003eHardcore History\u003c\/i\u003e, or works that delve into the human stories behind world events, this book will captivate you. These vivid, intimate accounts remind us of the enduring impact of war and the resilience of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreserve these stories. Understand their struggles. Dive into history with \u003ci\u003eThe Things They've Seen\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 292\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.61 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 27, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50354727387373,"sku":"9798533302852","price":17.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/8918\/9441\/files\/7LMS60LkcL9798533302852.webp?v=1785318391","url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/en-ca\/products\/the-things-theyve-seen-reflections-on-wwii-and-the-cold-war-by-german-eyewitnesses-paperback","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}