Testimony of the Twentieth Century is a documentary book which presents firsthand interviews of individuals who were involved in Nazi War, and its postwar consequences today. Encompassing the major historical events throughout the century, this book conveys the diverse voices of different ethnics - Germans, other Europeans, Americans, and the Jews - all one volume. Each text is accompanied by a portraiture-photograph of the interviewee.
Reviews for Testimony of the Twentieth Century:
"A thoughtful analysis and a fascinating look at the major transformations that have shaped Germany." -- Mr. Bill Bradley, former US Senator
"A haunting elegy of a dramatic era; an extraordinary compilation of images and interviews that is as informative as it is touching." -- Martin Walker, correspondent for the British newspaper The Gaurdian
"Marie Ueda has an extraordinary mind for understanding the similarities and differences in the disciplines of history and journalism, and she knows how to use it." -- Louis L.Snyder: Emeritus Professor of History of the City University of NY
"It documents a war that ... is not over." -- Los Angeles Jewish Times
"Voices from Berlin describe a fast-changing nation." -- San Francisco Jewish Bulletin
About the Author
Marie Ueda is a Japanese-born photojournalist who specializes in international news coverage. She had studied western civilization and history of arts at three universities: Queensland(Australia), Madrid(Spain), Lisbon(Portugal), and began her career covering Portuguese Revolution for The Guardian Newspapaer of London, England. After moving to the United States, as a foreign correspondent, she has been covering American news only for overseas media, primarily for Japan. This is her first book. She lives in San Francisco, Califronia.
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