{"product_id":"9788417318987","title":"The Flautist of Arnhem","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Piper of Arnhem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphic novel places the reader at the epicenter of Operation Market, the largest Allied airborne offensive in the Netherlands in 1944. Through a meticulously researched fictional plot, the work follows a Special Operations Executive spy fleeing the Gestapo, his son, and two commandos tasked with locating him. The music of a flute becomes the common thread in a story of pursuit and resistance, where historical rigor and the realism of the battle scenes immerse the reader in one of the key episodes of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in 1944 Holland, the narrative unfolds during Operation Market, an ambitious Allied maneuver that sought to capture strategic bridges to deal a definitive blow to Germany. Against this backdrop, the story focuses on the harrowing escape of a Special Operations Executive agent who manages to break free from the Gestapo. His son, along with two commandos, embarks on a dangerous quest to find him amidst the chaos of battle. The tale progresses to the rhythm of a flute melody, which acts as a signal and a nexus between the characters, amidst unfolding combat and the tension of a war that decides everything. Maps and supplementary texts reinforce the accuracy of the historical events narrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe Second World War and Operation Market in the Netherlands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe resistance and flight of an Allied spy behind enemy lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal search and the family bond amidst armed conflict.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRealism in the depiction of airborne battles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMusic as a symbol of connection and survival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at fans of historical graphic novels and readers interested in the Second World War, especially airborne operations and the Western Front. It will also be of great interest to those looking for a comic that combines a spy and suspense plot with rigorous documentation on Operation Market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA visual and narrative immersion into one of the most relevant airborne operations in history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA credible fictional plot that humanizes historical events through characters in situations of extreme danger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise documentation, supported by maps and texts, which enriches the understanding of the war context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA realistic reading experience that places the reader in the day-to-day life of the battle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Gil, Antonio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Ponent Mon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Graphic novels, Graphic novels: true stories and non-fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: PONENT MON\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: November 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 148\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 800 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work stands out for its ability to combine historical rigor with an exciting fictional narrative. The precision with which tactical movements and war scenes are documented, along with the use of the flute as a symbolic element, offers a dense and absorbing read. It is a solid choice for those who value comics as a tool for historical outreach and are looking for a detailed perspective on Operation Market.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PONENT MON EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405696688475,"sku":"9788417318987","price":29.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841731898.jpg?v=1781830263","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417318987","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}