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Books on CD - Colditz: Prisoners of the Castle [Audio]

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Book Synopsis: Brought to you by Penguin.

In a forbidding Gothic castle on a hilltop in the heart of Nazi Germany, an unlikely band of British officers spent the Second World War plotting daring escapes from their Nazi captors. Or so the story of Colditz has gone, unchallenged for 70 years. But that tale contains only part of the truth.

The astonishing inside story, revealed for the first time by bestselling historian Ben Macintyre, is a tale of the indomitable human spirit, but also one of class conflict, homosexuality, espionage, insanity and farce. Through an astonishing range of material, Macintyre reveals a remarkable cast of characters, wider than previously seen and hitherto hidden from history, taking in prisoners and captors who were living cheek-by-jowl in a thrilling game of cat and mouse.

From the Indian doctor whose hunger strike and eventual escape reads like a thriller, to America's oldest paratrooper and least successful secret agent, the soldier-prisoners of Colditz were astonishingly imaginative in their escape attempts; but there were many other ways to survive while awaiting their unknown fate. Deeply researched and full of incredible colour, this is the definitive book on one of the greatest war stories ever told. Ben MacIntyre 2022 (P) Penguin Audio 2022

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Discover the untold stories of heroism and resilience with Colditz: Prisoners of the Castle. This gripping audio book, brought to you by Penguin, unlocks the real secrets of the infamous Gothic castle that held brave British officers captive during World War II. Written by bestselling historian Ben Macintyre, this meticulously researched account delves deep into the indomitable human spirit and unveils a tale of class conflict, espionage, homosexuality, insanity, and farce. Prepare to be captivated by a hidden history that has remained untold for 70 years.

Immerse yourself in the incredible cast of characters who defied the odds and executed daring escape plans, while living cheek-by-jowl with their Nazi captors. Join an Indian doctor whose hunger strike and eventual escape will keep you on the edge of your seat. Be amazed by America's oldest paratrooper's story, as he becomes the least successful secret agent. The soldier-prisoners of Colditz displayed astonishing imagination in their escape attempts, leaving no stone unturned in their quest for freedom.

But surviving in the face of the unknown was not only about daring escapes. Macintyre brings to light the many other ways these prisoners managed to stay alive while awaiting their fate. With incredible color and detail, Colditz: Prisoners of the Castle presents a riveting narrative that will engulf you in a thrilling game of cat and mouse.

Don't miss out on the definitive book on one of the greatest war stories ever told. Experience the power of Colditz: Prisoners of the Castle audio book by Ben Macintyre, available now. Unveil the hidden chapters of history and be inspired by the relentless determination of these courageous individuals.

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