{"title":"x Mike Rapport","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eMike Rapport\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed historian and author, renowned for his compelling narratives that transport readers into the heart of pivotal historical moments. Specialising in History \u0026amp; Military genres, Rapport's writing is rich in detail and insight, making complex historical events accessible and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his noteworthy contributions, \u003cem\u003eCity of Light, City of Shadows\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a vivid exploration of Europe’s past, intertwining the vibrant life of historical cities with the shadows of their turbulent histories. Rapport's literature is not merely about recounting events; it invites readers to experience the profound societal changes and the atmospheric contexts of the times he depicts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or a newcomer eager to delve into the past, Mike Rapport’s books offer an unparalleled journey through history's vast landscape. Each book is meticulously researched and eloquently written, ensuring an enriching reading experience that both informs and inspires. Explore his collection and step into a world where history comes alive with every page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"city-of-light-city-of-shadows-by-x-mike-rapport-9780349128146","title":"City of Light, City of Shadows","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCity of Light, City of Shadows\u003c\/em\u003e by Mike Rapport explores Paris in the Belle Epoque, a time often remembered as a golden age of cultural flourishing and political progress. Spanning from the revolutionary 1870s to the outbreak of war in 1914, this era saw the modern French capital take shape: by day, Parisians could admire the rising Eiffel Tower and Sacre-Coeur Basilica, while at night they roamed the Bohemian world of the Moulin Rouge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, beneath its elegant veneer, Paris was at war with itself. As Mike Rapport reveals in this authoritative and beautifully written history, the Belle Epoque was also an era of social and religious unrest, women's emancipation, and violent clashes over what it meant to be French.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eParis vibrated with the pleasures and anxieties of modernity, from blazing electric lights illuminating the night, to the first cars speeding down the boulevards, as well as the first Metro trains and plane flights. At the same time, reactionary forces reasserted themselves, most dramatically during the infamous Dreyfus affair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative is told through the eyes of the greatest personalities of the age, including novelist Emile Zola, feminist activist Marguerite Durand, Vietnamese diplomat Nguyễn Trọng Hợp, and socialist politician Jean Jaurès. The book weaves together stories of splendour and suffering, delight and agony, offering a brilliant account of the shadows cast across the City of Light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072439238892,"sku":"9780349128146","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7734983482312.jpg?v=1765109597"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/x-mike-rapport.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}