{"title":"Ferdinand von Schirach","description":"\u003cp\u003eFerdinand von Schirach is a celebrated German author, renowned for his compelling storytelling and intricate exploration of the human condition. His work is often characterised by its philosophical depth and vivid portrayal of moral dilemmas, making his books both thought-provoking and gripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVon Schirach began his career as a renowned criminal defence lawyer, which has profoundly influenced his writing. His stories are often inspired by real-life cases, offering readers a unique blend of fiction and reality. His background gives him a distinctive voice, deeply grounded in the complexities of the legal world, yet accessible to all readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eCoffee and Cigarettes\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his talent for creating engaging narratives that explore the nuances of everyday experiences. This collection of stories delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the small, yet significant, details that shape our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVon Schirach's books are widely acclaimed and have been translated into numerous languages, appealing to a broad audience across the globe. His ability to seamlessly blend legal insights with literary elegance makes his works a must-read for fans of general fiction who appreciate stories with depth and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"coffee-and-cigarettes-by-ferdinand-von-schirach-9781529345728","title":"Coffee and Cigarettes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA TLS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Marvellously unpredictable . . . by the end of the book you wish it was twice as long\" (\u003ci\u003eDaily Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Beautifully translated . . . The perfect way into [Ferdinand von Schirach's] oeuvre\" \u003ci\u003eTLS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the legacy of a family past shape who we are?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFerdinand von Schirach is one of Germany's most eminent criminal defence lawyers and an internationally bestselling crime writer. He is also the grandson of Baldur von Schirach, leader of the Hitler Youth movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eCoffee and Cigarettes\u003c\/i\u003e, his most personal book, von Schirach confronts his family history, through autobiographical vignettes and short stories drawn from his life and career. From conversations with imprisoned clients, great writers and supreme court judges; meditations on art, film, writing and smoking; to reflections on Germany's heavy history, \u003ci\u003eCoffee and Cigarettes\u003c\/i\u003e is a portrait of the author, and our modern world, depicted in von Schirach's signature cool and incisive prose. Revealing, revelatory and thought-provoking, these essays confirm von Schirach as one of the most inimitable writers in Europe today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711148740844,"sku":"9781529345728","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13879003482732.jpg?v=1754191466"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ferdinand-von-schirach.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}