{"title":"Nicola Pittam","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling works of Nicola Pittam, an esteemed author known for her profound contributions to history and military literature. Pittam crafts narratives that delve into significant historical events, offering readers a blend of detailed research and evocative storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout works, \u003cem\u003eThe Rebel Pianist of Majdanek\u003c\/em\u003e, transports readers to the harrowing realities of World War II. Through meticulous research and a heartfelt narrative, Pittam illuminates the poignant stories of bravery and resilience against adversity. This book, like her others, is a testament to her skill in bringing history to life through the written word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have an interest in history, particularly the military events that have shaped our world, Nicola Pittam's books are a must-read. Her ability to present complex historical events in an accessible and engaging manner makes her collections invaluable additions to both personal and academic libraries.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-rebel-pianist-of-majdanek-by-nicola-pittam-9781802471915","title":"The Rebel Pianist of Majdanek","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormer Polish teenage piano prodigy Mosha Gebert is teaching when the Nazis come for her. They kill her student, but she is taken to Majdanek concentration camp. There, Commandant Josef Hanke spots her and recognises her as the pianist he fell in love with years earlier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHanke demands that Mosha play \u003cem\u003eOde to Joy\u003c\/em\u003e for him, but she refuses. She will never play in such a horrific place—or for such an evil monster. So begins a battle of wills and repeated torture. Even when Hanke causes her to lose her hearing, Mosha refuses to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen her sister arrives in the camp, Hanke tries to use her as leverage but Mosha is steadfast in her hatred for Hanke and the Nazis. Even when her sister is subjected to worse punishment, Mosha does not waver. Instead of playing for Hanke, she begins teaching the women camp songs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHanke finally turns his anger on Mosha, breaking one of her fingers. She convinces prison guard Elsa to smash the rest of her fingers with a rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMosha believes crippling herself is the only way for her to survive and triumph over Hanke, but what will this do to him? Will Hanke forgive her? Or will this last desperate act finally push him over the edge?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850374861036,"sku":"9781802471915","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20819243482829.jpg?v=1759084904"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/nicola-pittam.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}