This is an authentic book offering a detailed historical account and analytical interpretation of Hitler's life and rise to power from the perspective of an insider within the German resistance. That of Hans Bernd Gisevius (1904–1974), a high-ranking German official serving in the Interior Ministry and the Abwehr (military intelligence) during WW2. He is most notable for being a member of the German resistance & one of few survivors of the 20 July 1944 Plot (the "Valkyrie" operation) to assassinate Hitler.
This book is titled "Eine Biographie - Adolf Hitler - Versuch einer Deutung" (A Biography - Adolf Hitler - Attempt at an Interpretation), published by knaur taschen bücher
During the war, he served as a crucial secret contact in Zurich for Allen Dulles, station chief of the American Office of Strategic Services (OSS). He provided key testimony during the Nuremberg trials against major Nazi figures like Hermann Göring and in defense of Hjalmar Schacht. In this biography, he attempts to provide an interpretation and not just a chronological account of the period. Utilizing his first-hand experiences in the Berlin political scene of the 1930s and 40s, he provides an "insider's account" of the growth of the Nazi party. He provides a critique of resistance members, such as Claus von Stauffenberg, whom he portrayed somewhat unfavorably in his writings.
The book is and was published in 1967.
Book Specifics:
Entirely written/typed in German language
It was published in Munich, Germany - 1967
Publisher - Knauer Taschen bücher
Condition:
The book is in good condition; standard condition age/use wear for a book of this age. Includes a post card of the publishing company to which the book was ordered.
Measurements:
4 1/2" (Width)
7" (Height)
1" (Thickness)
