{"title":"Judy Batalion","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the remarkable works of Judy Batalion, an insightful author renowned for her captivating historical narratives and personal reflections. Batalion's writing seamlessly bridges past and present, shedding light on extraordinary stories of courage and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Light of Days\u003c\/em\u003e stands as a testament to her skill in weaving historical accounts with thrilling narratives. This compelling work brings to life the forgotten stories of women resistance fighters during the Holocaust, highlighting their bravery and determination. This book falls under the \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e category, offering readers a powerful exploration of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWhite Walls\u003c\/em\u003e, Batalion shifts to a more intimate scope, delivering a heartfelt memoir that delves into her own life experiences. Categorised under \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e, this book provides an introspective look at themes like family, identity, and the complexities of personal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJudy Batalion's works invite readers to embark on emotional journeys through time, offering both educational value and deep personal connection. Perfect for those who relish in poignant storytelling and historical depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"white-walls-by-judy-batalion-9780451473110","title":"White Walls","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJudy Batalion grew up in a house filled with endless piles of junk, obsessively gathered and stored by her hoarder mother. The first chance she had, she escaped the clutter to create a new identity - one made of order, regimen and clean white walls. Until, one day, she found herself enmeshed in life's biggest chaos: motherhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTold with heartbreaking honesty and humour, this is Judy's poignant account of her trials negotiating the messiness of motherhood and the indelible marks that mothers and daughters make on each other's lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWhite Walls\u003c\/em\u003e, Batalion explores her journey with a deft blend of wit and candour, providing a touching narrative that resonates with anyone who has experienced the complexities of family relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46557015113964,"sku":"9780451473110","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20096183482348.jpg?v=1750176933"},{"product_id":"the-light-of-days-by-judy-batalion-9780349011585","title":"The Light of Days","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most important untold stories of World War II, \u003ci\u003eThe Light of Days\u003c\/i\u003e is a soaring landmark history that brings to light the extraordinary accomplishments of brave Jewish women who inspired Poland's Jewish youth groups to resist the Nazis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWitnesses to the brutal murder of their families and the violent destruction of their communities, a cadre of Jewish women in Poland—some still in their teens—became the heart of a wide-ranging resistance network that fought the Nazis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith courage, guile and nerves of steel, these 'ghetto girls' smuggled guns in loaves of bread and coded intelligence messages in their plaited hair. They helped build life-saving systems of underground bunkers and sustained thousands of Jews in safe hiding places. They bribed Gestapo guards with liquor, assassinated Nazis and sabotaged German supply lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Light of Days\u003c\/i\u003e at last reveals the real history of these incredible women whose courageous yet little-known feats have been eclipsed by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e[A] powerful book\u003c\/b\u003e... The actions of these young women, carefully brought back to life by Batalion, turn much of what we believe we know about the Holocaust on its head. -- Jenni Frazer, \u003ci\u003eJewish Chronicle\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRemarkable and inspiring\u003c\/b\u003e... thanks to Judy's meticulous research, these near century old stories of resistance in the face of overwhelming odds are about to be read once again — \u003ci\u003eDaily Express\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850327347436,"sku":"9780349011585","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6569373482312.jpg?v=1759081702"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/judy-batalion.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}