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“A Nazi resistance story like none you’ve ever heard or read.” —Hampton Sides, author of Ghost Soldiers and On Desperate Ground
“Every page is gripping, and the amount of new research is nothing short of mind-boggling. A brilliant book for the ages!” —Douglas Brinkley, author of American Moonshot
A Stonewall Honor Book in Nonfiction
Longlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction
Paper Bullets is the first book to tell the history of an audacious anti-Nazi campaign undertaken by an unlikely pair: two French women, Lucy Schwob and Suzanne Malherbe, who drew on their skills as Parisian avant-garde artists to write and distribute “paper bullets”—wicked insults against Hitler, calls to rebel, and subversive fictional dialogues designed to demoralize Nazi troops occupying their adopted home on the British Channel Island of Jersey. Devising their own PSYOPS campaign, they slipped their notes into soldier’s pockets or tucked them inside newsstand magazines. Hunted by the secret field police, Lucy and Suzanne were finally betrayed in 1944, when the Germans imprisoned them, and tried them in a court martial, sentencing them to death for their actions. Ultimately they survived, but even in jail, they continued to fight the Nazis by reaching out to other prisoners and spreading a message of hope. Better remembered today by their artist names, Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore, the couple’s actions were even more courageous because of who they were: lesbian partners known for cross-dressing and creating the kind of gender-bending work that the Nazis would come to call “degenerate art.” In addition, Lucy was half Jewish, and they had communist affiliations in Paris, where they attended political rallies with Surrealists and socialized with artists like Gertrude Stein.
Paper Bullets is a compelling World War II story that has not been told before, about the galvanizing power of art, and of resistance.
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Discover the extraordinary untold story of two fearless artists who defied the Nazis in Paper Bullets: Two Artists Who Risked Their Lives to Defy the Nazis. This riveting account of Lucy Schwob and Suzanne Malherbe's audacious anti-Nazi campaign will leave you spellbound. As you delve into the pages of this captivating book, be prepared to embark on a journey like no other.
With every turn of the page, Paper Bullets mesmerizes readers with a wealth of new research that will blow your mind. No stone is left unturned as Douglas Brinkley, author of American Moonshot, accurately describes this book as one for the ages. Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative, and witness the power of courage, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit.
Step into the clandestine world of Lucy Schwob and Suzanne Malherbe, where their roles as avant-garde artists provided them with the perfect disguise to fight back against the Nazis. Through "paper bullets" - cleverly crafted insults, rebellious calls to action, and subversive fictional dialogues - they struck fear into the hearts of Hitler's troops, demoralizing them from within. Let their story inspire you to stand up against oppression and injustice, as these incredible women did.
Join Lucy and Suzanne in their quest for freedom as they cleverly disseminate their messages of hope. Experience the heart-stopping chase as they outwit the secret field police, slipping their notes into unsuspecting soldier's pockets or hiding them among newsstand magazines. This nail-biting tale will keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning the pages to uncover their fate.
Don't miss the opportunity to delve deep into the lives of Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore, the lesbian partners who risked everything to resist the Nazis. By defying societal norms through cross-dressing and creating "degenerate art," they took a stand against the very ideals the Nazis sought to uphold. Their unapologetic bravery in the face of persecution and death serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for us all.
Uncover the captivating power of art and the strength of resistance in Paper Bullets. This compelling World War II story is a must-read, offering a fresh perspective on the war and its unsung heroes. Order your copy today and discover the extraordinary journey of two women who refused to be silenced.
Order Paper Bullets: Two Artists Who Risked Their Lives to Defy the Nazis and prepare yourself for an unforgettable adventure into the world of courage, art, and resistance.
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