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Prisoners of Time
Prussians, Germans and Other Humans
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A collection of illuminating essays from the acclaimed author of The Sleepwalkers.
Christopher Clark's The Sleepwalkers has become one of the most influential history books of our century—a remarkable rethinking of the origins of the First World War, which has had a huge impact on how we see both the past and the present.
For the many readers who found the narrative voice, craftsmanship, and originality of Clark's writing so compelling, Prisoners of Time will be a book filled with surprises and enjoyment. Bringing together many of Clark's major essays, Prisoners of Time raises a host of questions about how we think about the past, and both the value and pitfalls of history as a discipline.
The book includes brilliant writing on German subjects—from assessments of Kaiser Wilhelm and Bismarck to the painful story of General von Blaskowitz, a military man who accommodated himself to the horrors of the Third Reich. There is a fascinating essay on attempts to convert Prussian Jews to Christianity, and insights into everything from Brexit to the significance of battles.
Perhaps the most important piece in the book is 'The Dream of Nebuchadnezzar', a virtuoso meditation on the nature of political power down the ages, which will become essential reading for anyone drawn to the meaning of history.
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Christopher Clark's Prisoners of Time is praised for its insightful examination of political power and commendable intellect. Reviewers appreciate his ability to weave a broad spectrum of thought while maintaining a commitment to historical truth. The book successfully engages contemporary readers by making historical narratives resonate with present-day dynamics.
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ISBN: 9780141997315
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 30 June 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
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Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 202g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Christopher Clark is the Regius Professor of History at the University of Cambridge. He was knighted in 2015. He is the author of The Politics of Conversion, Kaiser Wilhelm II, Iron Kingdom, The Sleepwalkers and Time and Power and is currently writing a history of the revolutions of 1848.
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