In this episode, Professor Andrew Pettegree joins Cole to discuss his newly released title, “The Book at War.” The book is a captivating analysis of the power of print in society and conflicts throughout history. At the heart of this literary work is the paradox of words during wartime. The notion that books are weapons in the war of ideas is tested in this account on how the written word leaves a lasting impact on the fabric of societies.
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