First edition, 445 pp., Hardcover, faint age-toning to page edges else very good in a lightly worn and price-clipped dust jacket. *Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country* - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers.
Focusing on humanitarian efforts amid the turmoil of war and social upheaval from 1600 to 1945, the book intertwines the lives of notable intellectuals and artists within a diverse European backdrop. Charles Webster, an expert in early modern science, medicine, and German expressionism, utilizes his scholarly insights to examine his father's family's experiences as a lens for understanding broader European history during challenging times. This unique approach highlights the intersection of personal and collective narratives in the context of historical crises.