Rise And Fall Of The Third Reich

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Summary: A thorough account from Germany's perspective.
Review: I definitely reccommend the unabridged large paperback as opposed to the mass market paperback- it's easier to read---it's typeset better. There aren't any photographs, so you have to use your imagination.

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Summary: My WW II bible.
Review: A complete and comprehensive book about the rise and fall of German nazism and WW II. The book is my WW II bible; it is very well written; it gives details of WW II from inside the German HQ where decisions were made, and it tells how these decisions were implemented. The book is full of details without beeing boring. An excellent piece of history.

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Summary: Absolutely marvelous! A must read for any WWII enthusiast!
Review: William L. Shirer brings to light, with marked detail, one of the darkest periods in world history. His use of captured German documents and secret communiques between the leaders of Nazi Germany opens ones eyes to evil that pervaded the Third Reich. Anyone who calls themselves a World War II historian or enthusiast NEEDS to read this book. I know far more now that I have read it. Without Mr. Shirer and his dedication to a topic that was contained within volumns of paperwork a much needed work of history would have gone aside.

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Summary: An immensely enjoyable insight into Hitler's Third Reich
Review: I had the good fortune to spot an old dusty hardback of this volume in my local bookstore. I was at once pleased that I bought it. William Shirer managed to acomplish something very rare in the business of non-fiction: he actually made it an enjoyable read. I sometimes found myself chuckling at the actions of the respective governments. This book reads like a novel, it is superbly written and very entertaining. I regret to say I have not finished it yet, but am on page 678 of 1240. To let the length of the book deter you is a mistake, if you pick it up and read a little at a time, you will breeze through the insightful pages like a swift winter wind. A very throuogh account of the roots, humble beginnings and the eventual downfall of the Third Reich, "The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich" is a masterpiece for anyone remotely curious about this unique era of the Twnetieth Century. Have fun with it, the content more than makes up for the length.

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Summary: fantastic!!!
Review: Insightful account of the history of Hitler's german

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Summary: Fantastic Account of Nazi Germany
Review: What is best about this is that the author was there from 1934-1941 and witnessed the Nazis firsthand. It's always the best history from those who were there and SAW. Also the amount of detail is what also makes this a classic and a must read.

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Summary: A must - read for anybody with an interest in Nazi Germany.
Review: This is the definitive book on Nazi Germany. Shirer's masterful study covers every single aspect of this period of the world. From the birth of Adolf Hitler to the Nuremberg War Crimes Trials, everything is in this book and no aspect is deemed to small to be dismissed and not included. No study of this time can fully be completed without reference to this book. Perfectly readable and very easy to access for reference, it is the best book this this reader has read on the history of Hitler and his 3rd Reich.

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Summary: Fascinating historical narrative
Review: Shirer's book is engrossing and gives the reader the details behind the devils. Although the subject matter is very disturbing in many ways, it also is interesting to review the path to power of the Nazis and their eventual defeat. Reading Shirer's book you feel as if you are looking over Hitler's shoulder as he and his court make decisions that seal the fate of their enemies and their nation. An important lesson for Americans is the fact that the Nazis were able to manipulate the democratic process to their advantage and upon gaining power were then able to consolidate through favors to the military and industry. Although the ending of the story is well-known, the details of life in facist Germany, including narratives about daily life, education, and industry, illustrate the total control Hitler gained as his regime continued. It is chilling to think of what Europe and the world would be today if the Nazis had prevailed. I think the book would be especially interesting to younger generations who have enjoyed the freedoms provided by the Allied victory, but have not had direct experience with the cost.

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Summary: One of the best historical masterpices in modern age
Review: It is indeed the most splendid work of history of our time! A highly recomended masterpieces!

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Summary: Unless you have no life, do not read this book.
Review: i was made to read this book for a class i am taking and it was torture. i didn't understand a word of it, it was way too long, and just plain not enjoyable. unless you are a nazi enthusiast i do not recommend it!