Ninette's War
A Jewish Story of Survival in 1940s France
(Author) John JayConstructed through diary entries and conversations writer John Jay had with the protagonist before she died, Ninette's War charts her high society family's fall from grace as they grapple with the hostility of their country - a France that had welcomed previous generations with open arms as the first European country to emancipate its Jewish people. Ninette's testimony is compelling, heart wrenching and sincere as she chronicles her family's slow realisation of antisemitism and Nazi-collaboration from the Vichy government - led by former first world war hero Philippe Pétain, as he works to brutalise and legislate Jews out to the margins of society and towards death through Nazi rhetoric. Tracing the frailty of national pride through the eyes of a young girl, this is Ninette's War told in heart-breaking detail.
John Jay
John Jay was an American statesman, diplomat, and Founding Father who served as the first Chief Justice of the United States. Known for his role in negotiating the Treaty of Paris, which ended the American Revolutionary War, Jay was a key figure in shaping the early political landscape of the United States.
In addition to his political contributions, Jay was also a prolific writer and author. He co-wrote the Federalist Papers, a series of essays advocating for the ratification of the United States Constitution. His writing style was clear, logical, and persuasive, making him a significant contributor to American political thought.
Jay's most famous work is his contribution to the Federalist Papers, particularly essays on the judiciary and the separation of powers. His writings continue to be studied and referenced in political and legal circles, highlighting his lasting impact on American literature and political discourse.
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