THE HISTORY PALETTE
- Publisher
- Salmon Books
- Categories
- History
- Author Name
- Monsicha Rungchawannont
- Illustrated by
- Original Language
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Thailand
- Rights sold in
- Not yet sold
- Paperback
- 224 pages
- Dimensions
- 5 x 7.2”
- ISBN / ISSN / Unique Identifier
- 9786162986017
Synopsis
Recommended Book Prize in the Documentary category at the 19th 7 Book Awards A book that will take you on a thrilling World War II lesson through everyday objects! This nonfiction is a delightful read, inviting you to explore historical events that has been told for countless times from a fresh perspective. Would you believe that CHANEL No.5 perfume and Coca-Cola were once entwined in the conflict between Nazi and Jewish communities? Did you know the Mona Lisa painting and one of Van Gogh's sunflower paintings had to find refuge elsewhere during wartime? Learn that Hugo Boss, the founder of the renowned fashion brand, designed uniforms for Hitler's forces, red lip...
Recommended Book Prize in the Documentary category at the 19th 7 Book Awards A book that will take you on a thrilling World War II lesson through everyday objects! This nonfiction is a delightful read, inviting you to explore historical events that has been told for countless times from a fresh perspective. Would you believe that CHANEL No.5 perfume and Coca-Cola were once entwined in the conflict between Nazi and Jewish communities? Did you know the Mona Lisa painting and one of Van Gogh's sunflower paintings had to find refuge elsewhere during wartime? Learn that Hugo Boss, the founder of the renowned fashion brand, designed uniforms for Hitler's forces, red lipstick became a symbol of French women's resistance, Tea was an essential commodity for British soldiers, and French winemaking traditions were upheld during the German occupation. World War Tools uncover the fascinating connections between these iconic items and the tumultuous events of history.
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