{"title":"Dr Peter Monteath","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the extensive works of \u003cem\u003eDr Peter Monteath\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished historian and author known for his insightful contributions to the realms of History and Military studies. With a career dedicated to uncovering the complexities of historical events and figures, Dr Monteath's writing offers both depth and nuance, making history accessible and engaging for readers of all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cstrong\u003eBattle on 42nd Street\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fascinating exploration of wartime narratives that demonstrates his ability to weave intricate details with a gripping narrative style. Dr Monteath's books often focus on vital moments in history, shedding light on the social, political, and cultural impacts of military conflicts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy choosing books from Dr Peter Monteath's collection, you embark on a journey through time, guided by an author who combines scholarly expertise with storytelling prowess. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a general reader, his works promise to expand your understanding of the past and its lasting influence on our present world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"battle-on-42nd-street-by-dr-peter-monteath-9781742236032","title":"Battle on 42nd Street","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt what point does the will to survive on the battlefield give way to bloodlust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe battle for Crete was at once the most modern and the most ancient of wars. For a week, Australian and New Zealand forces were relentlessly hammered from the skies by the Luftwaffe and pursued across Crete by some of the most accomplished and best equipped forces Hitler could muster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the morning of 27 May 1941, however, all that was about to change. When a unit of German mountain troops approached the Allies' defensive line—known as 42nd Street—men from the Australian 2\/7th and 2\/8th Battalions, along with New Zealanders from several battalions, counter-attacked with fixed bayonets. By the end, German bodies were strewn across the battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcclaimed historian Peter Monteath draws on recollections and records of Australian, New Zealand, British, and German soldiers and local Cretans to reveal the truth behind one of the bloodiest battles of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is military history at its best: deeply researched, powerfully told, and proving that the essence of war is men killing other men. - Joan Beaumont\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848513802476,"sku":"9781742236032","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8262003482808.jpg?v=1758983747"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/dr-peter-monteath.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}