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Book SynopsisThe German occupation of France from 1940 to 1945 presented wrenching challenges for the nation's artists and intellectuals. Some were able to flee the country; those who remained, responded in various ways. This book provides a full account of how France's artistic leaders coped under the crushing German presence.
Trade Review"'A fascinating account of how famous writers, artists, and intellectuals living in France during the war survived the Nazi occupation; a whole spectrum from heroes to collaborators.' Marcel Berlins, Guardian G2 'In this elegantly written, coolly intelligent book Spotts refrains from judgment.'" Lucy Hughes-Hallett, Sunday Telegraph 'Admirably forensic and entertaining... What Spotts brings to the story is a set of refreshing opinions on familiar figures such as Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir and the rest of the crowd clustered around the cafes of Saint-Germaindes Pres... Spotts has written an excellent book.' Andrew Hussey, New Statesman"
