Paris collaborator (10 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. He'll do anything to save her . even work for the enemy.August, 1944. In German-occupied Paris, former schoolteacher Auguste Duchene has stumbled upon an unusual way to survive: he finds missing people. When he's approached by the French Resistance to locate a missing priest - and a cache of stolen weapons - Duchene initially refuses. But the Resistance offer him no choice. Within hours, he's also blackmailed by a powerful Nazi into searching for a German soldier who's suspected of deserting.To fail at either task will have deadly consequences for Duchene - and for his daughter Marienne. So begins a frantic race against time. As forces close in on Paris, Duchene has only 48 hours to locate the missing priest and soldier, or lose the only person he loves . 'A vivid and captivating read . I was hooked from the very first page!' -Heather Morris, international bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz All the Light We Cannot See meets The Da Vinci Code in this riveting WWII mystery Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: None Issued. First Edition. 312 pages. Book appears to have hardly been read and is in Fine condition throughout.

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Secondhand, Paperback. [Author], [Publisher]. NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title. Author: A.W. Hammond Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 320 He'll do anything to save her . even work for the enemy. August, 1944. In German-occupied Paris, former schoolteacher Auguste Duchene has stumbled upon an unusual way to survive: he finds missing people. When he's approached by the French Resistance to locate a missing priest - and a cache of stolen weapons - Duchene initially refuses. But the Resistance offer him no choice. Within hours, he's also blackmailed by a powerful Nazi into searching for a German soldier who's suspected of deserting. To fail at either task will have deadly consequences for Duchene - and for his daughter Marienne. So begins a frantic race against time. As forces close in on Paris, Duchene has only 48 hours to locate the missing priest and soldier, or lose the only person he loves. Secondhand, Paperback.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. He'll do anything to save her . even work for the enemy.August, 1944. In German-occupied Paris, former schoolteacher Auguste Duchene has stumbled upon an unusual way to survive: he finds missing people. When he's approached by the French Resistance to locate a missing priest - and a cache of stolen weapons - Duchene initially refuses. But the Resistance offer him no choice. Within hours, he's also blackmailed by a powerful Nazi into searching for a German soldier who's suspected of deserting.To fail at either task will have deadly consequences for Duchene - and for his daughter Marienne. So begins a frantic race against time. As forces close in on Paris, Duchene has only 48 hours to locate the missing priest and soldier, or lose the only person he loves . 'A vivid and captivating read . I was hooked from the very first page!' -Heather Morris, international bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz All the Light We Cannot See meets The Da Vinci Code in this riveting WWII mystery Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. He'll do anything to save her . even work for the enemy.August, 1944. In German-occupied Paris, former schoolteacher Auguste Duchene has stumbled upon an unusual way to survive: he finds missing people. When he's approached by the French Resistance to locate a missing priest - and a cache of stolen weapons - Duchene initially refuses. But the Resistance offer him no choice. Within hours, he's also blackmailed by a powerful Nazi into searching for a German soldier who's suspected of deserting.To fail at either task will have deadly consequences for Duchene - and for his daughter Marienne. So begins a frantic race against time. As forces close in on Paris, Duchene has only 48 hours to locate the missing priest and soldier, or lose the only person he loves . 'A vivid and captivating read . I was hooked from the very first page!' -Heather Morris, international bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz All the Light We Cannot See meets The Da Vinci Code in this riveting WWII mystery Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

First Edition. Pp. 312; small med. 8vo; pictorial glazed paper wrappers; Echo Publishing, London, 2021. First edition, Australian printing. *Inscribed and signed by the author on the title page. A. W. Hammond also writes as Alex Hammond. Signed.

No Binding. Zustand: Fine. This is a remarkable, original handwritten letter by Anne Adrien Armand Durantin (1818 to 1891), a notable 19th-century French playwright and novelist. Durantin is deeply woven into the cultural fabric of Paris, so much so that a street in the famous Montmartre district is named in his honor. While his career was purely rooted in the literary and theatrical arts rather than military pursuits, his historical significance is cemented by his high-profile collaborations. Most notably, he co-authored the 1866 hit play "Heloise Paranquet" alongside the legendary Alexandre Dumas fils, son of "The Three Musketeers" author. This specific letter is a beautifully humble and fascinating pitch addressed to the members of the "Societe des gens de lettres" (Society of Men of Letters). In it, a seemingly early-career Durantin self-deprecatingly asks the established literary giants to review his short story, "Fantomes au Champ des Morts de Stamboul" (Ghosts at the Field of the Dead of Stamboul). He brilliantly compares his unknown status to a "shadow" or an "ugly woman" needed to make their brilliance and beauty shine brighter by comparison. The letter is written from 20 rue de Vaugirard in Paris. As this was likely hand-delivered or enclosed within a larger packet to the Society, there are no postal marks or stamps present on the document. Full English Translation "To the members of the Society of Men of Letters. Gentlemen, If I were a famous name in the career of Dramatic literature, if my pen, or my pencil had placed me among those high reputations whose name assures the success of a work, you would have already received a letter from me, already I would have hastened to place my name and my work near your names and your works in the composition of a book similar to the Hundred and one. But I am still unknown in the career of letters and it is barely if I can claim a few literary feuilletons which most certainly have not reached you. Therefore, it is with great hesitation that I dare today to ask you to cast a glance at a short story that I am going to have delivered and to be willing to give it a place among your names so loved by the public. A shadow is needed in a painting so that the light stands out better; it is often necessary near a pretty woman to have a disagreeable face so that the latter gives more value to the former; If you permit it, Gentlemen, I will be the shadow, I will be the ugly woman and my Ghosts at the Field of the Dead of Stamboul will pass like light specters sheltered by your names. Please, Gentlemen, accept the assurance of my very distinguished consideration. Armand Durantin 20 rue de Vaugirard.". Signed by Author(s).…

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Leather Bound. Zustand: New. Language: French. Language: French. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1866. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - French, Pages:- 128, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 128 128.…