Neal Bascomb crafts compelling narratives of courage and achievement, bringing to life adventurous and inspiring moments in history. His meticulously researched and vividly told non-fiction works reveal the stories of individuals who defied the odds. Bascomb's prose is characterized by its unwavering attention to detail and its ability to immerse the reader in the heart of the action. His writing focuses on extraordinary human feats, showcasing the indomitable spirit and power of determination.
How a Band of Survivors and a Young Spy Agency Chased Down the World's Most Notorious Nazi
416 pages
15 hours of reading
The narrative chronicles the intense global manhunt for Adolf Eichmann, the SS officer instrumental in the Holocaust. It details the efforts of Israeli agents and their allies as they track him down in Argentina, revealing the complexities of justice, morality, and the aftermath of war. The book combines historical events with personal stories, shedding light on the challenges faced in bringing a notorious war criminal to justice.
The thrilling story of how SOE-trained commandos destroyed the Nazis' nuclear-
weapons programme in one of the most daring - and successful - raids of World
War II.
For fans of The Boys in the Boat and In the Garden of Beasts, a pulse-pounding tale of triumph by an improbable team of upstarts over Hitler's fearsome Silver Arrows during the golden age of auto racing As Nazi Germany launched its campaign of racial terror and pushed the world toward war, three unlikely heroes--a driver banned from the best European teams because of his Jewish heritage, the owner of a faltering automaker company, and the adventurous daughter of an American multimillionaire--banded together to challenge Hitler's dominance at the Grand Prix, the apex of motorsport. Bringing to life this glamorous era and the sport that defined it, Faster chronicles one of the most inspiring, death-defying upsets of all time: a symbolic blow against the Nazis during history's darkest hour.
Based on the adult bestseller "Hunting Eichmann" and illustrated with powerful photos throughout, this account of the search for a Nazi criminal led by Holocaust survivor Simon Wiesenthal is a can't-miss work of narrative nonfiction.
A history of the competitive construction of The Chrysler Building, the Manhattan Company Building, and the Empire State Building describes the fierce rivalries of their architects and the individuals who supported or thwarted their efforts, including Al Smith and Franklin Roosevelt. Reprint. 15,000 first printing.
A Historic Race to the Sky and the Making of a City
352 pages
13 hours of reading
The Roaring Twenties in New York was marked by ambition, optimism, and artistic expression during Prohibition. In 1924, a fierce rivalry emerged between two architects, William Van Alen and Craig Severance, former friends turned bitter adversaries, as they aimed to create the city’s tallest skyscraper. Van Alen, a creative visionary, partnered with automobile magnate Walter Chrysler to construct the iconic Chrysler Building. In contrast, Severance, a savvy businessman, rallied old-money investors to build the Manhattan Company Building at 40 Wall Street. Their competition intensified as each architect sought to outdo the other, revamping designs mid-construction to reach new heights. Just as their battle escalated, a third contender entered the fray, planning an even taller building backed by a rival of Chrysler—this project would become the Empire State Building. With a blend of narrative excitement and meticulous historical detail, the story captures a thrilling chapter in American history. Author Neal Bascomb weaves in notable figures like Al Smith and Governor Franklin Delano Roosevelt, culminating in a remarkable climax that showcases one of the most ingenious architectural feats of the era.
Hubo un tiempo no muy lejano en el que se creía que correr una milla en menos de cuatro minutos estaba más allá de los límites del ser humano y, en el mundo del deporte, lograrlo se consideraba una gesta sin parangón. En 1952, tres hombres en tres continentes distintos —Europa, Australia y América— se empeñaron en conseguir lo imposible. La milla perfecta es un clásico de la literatura deportiva que captura todo el drama humano y el espíritu de competición de este acontecimiento legendario.
