

Pete Reads 'Blockade' by Anna Eisenmenger - Complete
Oct 1, 2024
Anna Eisenmenger, author of 'Blockade,' brings a poignant perspective on life during and after World War I. She discusses the emotional depth found in the diaries of an Austrian woman, focusing on the struggles for survival amidst food shortages and societal chaos. The narrative intertwines themes of resilience, love, and the harsh realities of post-war Vienna, illustrating the profound impact of conflict on family dynamics. Eisenmenger’s reflections on nostalgia and the moral dilemmas faced highlight the complex human experience during tumultuous times.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
War and Peace: A Woman's Perspective
04:55 • 35min
Survival and Uncertainty in War's Aftermath
40:17 • 5min
Echoes of Wartime: Struggles and Resilience
45:08 • 51min
Reflections of Revolution in Post-War Vienna
01:35:51 • 6min
Resilience in the Wake of War
01:41:23 • 43min
Pigs and Paradox in Wartime
02:24:07 • 13min
Aftermath of War: Germany's Struggles
02:37:27 • 25min
Struggles of Post-War Vienna
03:01:59 • 18min
Engagement Conundrums and Historical Grievances
03:19:30 • 3min
Christmas Reflections: From Joy to Loss
03:22:25 • 18min
Survival in Post-War Vienna
03:40:32 • 34min
The Importance of Borders and a Cult Classic Commentary
04:14:35 • 3min
Struggles of Love and Survival
04:17:20 • 24min
Navigating Financial and Personal Turmoil in Post-War Society
04:41:17 • 7min
Desperation in Post-War Vienna
04:48:07 • 31min
Economic Turmoil and Currency Dynamics in Post-War Austria
05:19:25 • 5min
Return Home and Spring Recovery
05:24:01 • 3min
Struggles in a Post-War World
05:27:00 • 33min
Reflecting on History and Personal Challenges
05:59:36 • 3min
Christmas Amidst Struggles
06:02:25 • 27min
Tragedy and Resolution in a War-Torn World
06:29:49 • 13min
The Aftermath of War
06:43:12 • 9min
Reflections on Post-War Struggles and Resilience
06:52:27 • 6min