Description
Discover the gripping historical novel, The Hollow Bones, which offers a profound exploration of ambition, love, and the darker aspects of human nature. Set against the backdrop of Berlin in 1936, this B-format paperback invites readers into the life of Ernst Schäfer—a young zoologist who becomes entangled in Heinrich Himmler’s controversial mission to find the origins of the Aryan race in the frozen mountains of Tibet. The story delves into the tension between Ernst and his wife Herta, who struggles against the expectations of womanhood under the oppressive Reich. With 336 captivating pages, this 2020 release by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd is more than just a novel; it's a cautionary tale about the perils of ambition and the loss of humanity. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, The Hollow Bones implores readers to reflect on the lessons of our not-too-distant past—a must-read that resonates in today’s society. Order now for prompt delivery and immerse yourself in this lyrical narrative that beautifully intertwines love, betrayal, and the ethical dilemmas of science. Dive into the pages of history and discover how the echoes of our choices shape the future.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760899868
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 336
Description:
The Hollow Bones implores us to pay careful attention to the crucial lessons we might learn from our not-too-distant history.
'I remember you once told me about mockingbirds and their special talents for mimicry. They steal the songs from others, you said. I want to ask you this- how were our own songs stolen from us, the notes dispersed, while our faces were turned away?'
Berlin, 1936. Ernst Sch fer, a young, ambitious zoologist and keen hunter and collector, has come to the attention of Heinrich Himmler, who invites him to lead a group of SS scientists to the frozen mountains of Tibet. Their secret mission- to search for the origins of the Aryan race. Ernst has doubts initially, but soon seizes the opportunity to rise through the ranks of the Third Reich.
While Ernst prepares for the trip, he marries Herta, his childhood sweetheart. But Herta, a flautist who refuses to play from the songbook of womanhood and marriage under the Reich, grows increasingly suspicious of Ernst and his expedition.
When Ernst and his colleagues finally leave Germany in 1938, they realise the world has its eyes fixed on the horror they have left behind in their homeland.
A lyrical and poignant cautionary tale, The Hollow Bones brings to life one of the Nazi regime's little-known villains through the eyes of the animals he destroyed and the wife he undermined in the name of science and cold ambition.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760899868
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 336
Description:
The Hollow Bones implores us to pay careful attention to the crucial lessons we might learn from our not-too-distant history.
'I remember you once told me about mockingbirds and their special talents for mimicry. They steal the songs from others, you said. I want to ask you this- how were our own songs stolen from us, the notes dispersed, while our faces were turned away?'
Berlin, 1936. Ernst Sch fer, a young, ambitious zoologist and keen hunter and collector, has come to the attention of Heinrich Himmler, who invites him to lead a group of SS scientists to the frozen mountains of Tibet. Their secret mission- to search for the origins of the Aryan race. Ernst has doubts initially, but soon seizes the opportunity to rise through the ranks of the Third Reich.
While Ernst prepares for the trip, he marries Herta, his childhood sweetheart. But Herta, a flautist who refuses to play from the songbook of womanhood and marriage under the Reich, grows increasingly suspicious of Ernst and his expedition.
When Ernst and his colleagues finally leave Germany in 1938, they realise the world has its eyes fixed on the horror they have left behind in their homeland.
A lyrical and poignant cautionary tale, The Hollow Bones brings to life one of the Nazi regime's little-known villains through the eyes of the animals he destroyed and the wife he undermined in the name of science and cold ambition.