East West Street : Winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize

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East West Street: Winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize is a remarkable work by renowned international lawyer Philippe Sands that intricately weaves personal memoir with profound historical inquiry.

Embarking on a compelling journey, Sands explores the intricate connections of his family's past, sparked by a lecture invitation to Lviv, Ukraine. This extraordinary narrative leads him through a labyrinth of historical coincidences, ultimately revealing the foundational roots of international law forged during the Nuremberg trials.

In this masterful blend of storytelling, Sands intertwines the lives of two pioneering Nuremberg prosecutors, Hersch Lauterpacht and Rafael Lemkin, who defined the concepts of 'crimes against humanity' and 'genocide.' Their remarkable stories are paralleled with that of Hans Frank, the Nazi governor responsible for horrific atrocities in Lviv, showcasing tales of incredible wartime bravery.

  • Profound Exploration: Delve into themes of memory, guilt, and the generational impacts of crime.
  • Award-Winning Work: Winner of the prestigious Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction.
  • Critical Acclaim: Praised as a 'monumental achievement' by John le Carré and 'one of the most gripping and powerful books imaginable' by the Sunday Times.
  • Literary Recognition: Clinched the British Book Awards Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2017.

As a Sunday Times Top 10 bestseller, East West Street offers readers a unique lens through which to examine the origins of international law and its significance in today’s world. Experience this tour de force that is destined to leave a lasting impression.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781474601917
Author: Philippe QC Sands
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 28 mm
Publication Date: 31 March, 2017
Pagination: 496 pages, 80 B&W, integrated
Weight: 362g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

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