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Dive into 'Pollak's Arm', a gripping historical novel set against the backdrop of World War II. This captivating tale unfolds on October 16, 1943, inside the Vatican, where the tension between civilization and barbarism comes alive. As darkness envelops Rome, Monsignor F. urgently seeks to rescue Ludwig Pollak, a renowned antiquities dealer. Yet, Pollak hesitates, sharing his rich life story filled with passion for archaeology, his journey from Prague to Italy, and his illustrious career advising prominent collectors like J. P. Morgan.
Witness Pollak’s recounting of his breathtaking discovery of the missing arm from the grand sculpture of Laocoön and his sons, intertwined with the urgency of his potential escape from the Nazis. This brand new trade paperback, published by New Vessel Press in 2022, propels readers through a blend of historical intrigue and artistic exploration.
With an ISBN of 9781954404007, 'Pollak's Arm' is not just a book; it's a journey into the sacrifices made for art and knowledge amidst chaos. Ideal for history buffs, art enthusiasts, or anyone captivated by gripping narratives of survival and the human spirit.
Don’t miss your chance to own this remarkable story that interweaves personal sacrifice with historical significance. Order today and explore the riveting masterwork that shines a light on the brilliance of a figure whose life was dedicated to preserving knowledge and art, offering readers an inspiration that transcends time.
(Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.)
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781954404007
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2022
Publisher: New Vessel Press
Description:
"Enthralling ... A great read."—Philippe de Montebello, former director, Metropolitan Museum of Art
October 16, 1943, inside the Vatican as darkness descends upon Rome. Having been alerted to the Nazi plan to round up the city’s Jewish population the next day, Monsignor F. dispatches an envoy to a nearby palazzo to bring Ludwig Pollak and his family to safety within the papal premises. But Pollak shows himself in no hurry to leave his home and accept the eleventh-hour offer of refuge. Pollak’s visitor is obliged to take a seat and listen as he recounts his life story: how he studied archaeology in Prague, his passion for Italy and Goethe, how he became a renowned antiquities dealer and advisor to great collectors like J. P. Morgan and the Austro-Hungarian emperor after his own Jewishness barred him from an academic career, and finally his spectacular discovery of the missing arm from the majestic ancient sculpture of Laocoön and his sons. Torn between hearing Pollak’s spellbinding tale and the urgent mission to save the archaeologist from certain annihilation, the Vatican’s anxious messenger presses him to make haste and depart. This stunning novel illuminates the chasm between civilization and barbarism by spotlighting a now little-known figure devoted to knowledge and the power of artistic creation.
Witness Pollak’s recounting of his breathtaking discovery of the missing arm from the grand sculpture of Laocoön and his sons, intertwined with the urgency of his potential escape from the Nazis. This brand new trade paperback, published by New Vessel Press in 2022, propels readers through a blend of historical intrigue and artistic exploration.
With an ISBN of 9781954404007, 'Pollak's Arm' is not just a book; it's a journey into the sacrifices made for art and knowledge amidst chaos. Ideal for history buffs, art enthusiasts, or anyone captivated by gripping narratives of survival and the human spirit.
Don’t miss your chance to own this remarkable story that interweaves personal sacrifice with historical significance. Order today and explore the riveting masterwork that shines a light on the brilliance of a figure whose life was dedicated to preserving knowledge and art, offering readers an inspiration that transcends time.
(Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.)
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781954404007
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2022
Publisher: New Vessel Press
Description:
"Enthralling ... A great read."—Philippe de Montebello, former director, Metropolitan Museum of Art
October 16, 1943, inside the Vatican as darkness descends upon Rome. Having been alerted to the Nazi plan to round up the city’s Jewish population the next day, Monsignor F. dispatches an envoy to a nearby palazzo to bring Ludwig Pollak and his family to safety within the papal premises. But Pollak shows himself in no hurry to leave his home and accept the eleventh-hour offer of refuge. Pollak’s visitor is obliged to take a seat and listen as he recounts his life story: how he studied archaeology in Prague, his passion for Italy and Goethe, how he became a renowned antiquities dealer and advisor to great collectors like J. P. Morgan and the Austro-Hungarian emperor after his own Jewishness barred him from an academic career, and finally his spectacular discovery of the missing arm from the majestic ancient sculpture of Laocoön and his sons. Torn between hearing Pollak’s spellbinding tale and the urgent mission to save the archaeologist from certain annihilation, the Vatican’s anxious messenger presses him to make haste and depart. This stunning novel illuminates the chasm between civilization and barbarism by spotlighting a now little-known figure devoted to knowledge and the power of artistic creation.