Anne Sebba

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Anne Sebba brings meticulous research and a brilliant writer's eye to one of the darkest questions of World War II.

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Absolutely gripping in so many ways; beautifully written and superbly researched, a brilliant and a fresh take on a famous case.

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An important retelling of Les Années Noires in Paris which puts women's stories, and the complications of their lives under Occupation, centre stage…

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A fascinating book I couldn’t stop reading. Anne Sebba knows everything about Paris during the War. She understands everything about the chic, loathsome collaborators and the Holocaust victims…

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    Anne is the author of eleven non fiction books mostly biographies of iconic women with a strong historical context.

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      • ‘The Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz’ - Interviews with Anne Sebba

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What a spectacular and rewarding morning I had tod What a spectacular and rewarding morning I had today at HMP Thameside discussing my biography of Ethel Rosenberg. Ethel was executed for conspiracy to commit espionage in 1953 after 3 years in prison so it was an exceptionally poignant gathering in the packed prison library. Afterwards, on the train, when I read the feedback from the men I felt very emotional. ‘Meeting Anne Sebba was amazing,’ wrote one. (Pic 4) I can’t wait to go back. It’s not every day I feel I’ve done something so worthwhile.
Brilliant day @cheltfestivals with wonderful chair Brilliant day @cheltfestivals with wonderful chair @claresclark and fellow historian @laurencerees discussing fear, starvation and survival inside Auschwitz. Great audience participation and questions about
 #Thewomen’sOrchestraofAuschwitz and #insidetheNazimind
Fabulous weekend @clivedenlitfest ! Stimulating co Fabulous weekend @clivedenlitfest ! Stimulating conversations, great food and friendships made. Above all such fantastic organisation and attention to detail. A wonderful celebration of books and written word. Thank you to all especially @johnsandoebooks @adamlebor @jonathanfreedland @tim.bouverie for sharing a great panel.
Thrilled to have the lead review in today’s @tel Thrilled to have the lead review in today’s @telegraph discussing @midgegillies study of Women Aviators who risked their lives to prove that anything a man could do…
It is not all about #emiliaearhart although she got there first. These women were brave pioneers determined to make their lives count for something. 

#womenempowerment #womenshistory #flying #Atlantic
This is no ordinary literary festival… @cliveden This is no ordinary literary festival… @clivedenlitfest is the most stylish, lavish, beautiful and interesting three days imaginable held in the historic grounds of Cliveden House. Tonight was ‘simply’ a dinner, sponsored by Chanel, teeming with fellow writers. The talking starts tomorrow. And apparently it’s sold out! Thanks to all the brilliant organisers and especially @johnsandoebooks such a beautiful bookshop!
Absolutely thrilled to be discussing this with the Absolutely thrilled to be discussing this with these wonderful people @clivedenlitfest 
Sunday October 12 Hope to see you there!
On this day in 1944… One of those involved in th On this day in 1944…
One of those involved in the uprising, Dov Zelmanovicz, was a brother of a member of the Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz, Rachela. He survived the revolt but was killed by the Nazis.
What a glorious summer day to be in Henley for any What a glorious summer day to be in Henley for any reason! But the @henleylitfest @phylliscourtclub is one of the most beautiful festivals with a ‘green room’ surpassing any restaurant! Thanks @danielhahn02 for sensitive insightful discussion and to the woman in the audience who had everyone in tears. Pic 2 is the queue to get into the town hall for my sold out event! Thanks to everyone @henleylitfest for beautiful day!
Definitely worth an outing to @readingrep to see t Definitely worth an outing to @readingrep to see this 20 year old Sondheim-esque very personal (autobiographical) musical by @jasonrobertbrownstagram about a failed  romance.Loved the musicians on stage acting some of the story. Compelling, emotional and very clever storytelling. #whyisgoingtoamatineelouche?
What a treat to be interviewed by the amazing jour What a treat to be interviewed by the amazing journalist @lindaduberleymylife about #TheWomen’sOrchestraofAuschwitz today. Such a poignant day to reflect on #antisemitism and how have we reached this point again? The event was in aid of a wonderful charity @the_victoria_foundation_uk which does vital work in the medical sector. It’s a privilege to be part of their network.
Fabulous day in Scotland’s national book town, w Fabulous day in Scotland’s national book town, wonderful Wigtown, talking about The Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz. Stayed in magnificent private house overnight, long signing queues with -as ever -dozens of stories! Also bumping into old friends. Thanks for having me @wigtownbookfest
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Wonderful day @herefordfestival a new festival of Wonderful day @herefordfestival a new festival of books devoted to exploring all aspects of military history in beautiful Hereford. I had a packed session discussing unsung heroes of Auschwitz with @wendyholdenbestsellingauthor. Thanks to everyone who supports authors and works so hard to get a new festival off the ground. #itsnotjustaboutguns #thewomensorchestraofauschwitz
Absolutely delighted to find The Women’s Orchest Absolutely delighted to find The Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz on the Long list for the Historia HWA non fiction crown . What an honour to be among so many brilliant writers I admire.
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