Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich

Autori

• Walter Kempowski

Parametri

• 512 pagine
• 18 ore di lettura

• Autobiografie e memorie
• Biografie e pensieri
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The book offers a vivid portrayal of the final days of Nazi Germany through over 1,000 personal accounts, including letters and diaries from both civilians and soldiers. It captures four pivotal days in spring 1945: Hitler's birthday, the meeting of American and Soviet troops, Hitler's suicide, and Germany's surrender. This collection highlights the profound suffering and resilience experienced during the collapse of the Third Reich, providing a comprehensive perspective on the end of World War II in Europe.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2016

(In brossura)