Berlin Diary: The Journal of a Foreign Correspondent, 1934-1941 (Audiobook)

from Murphy-Jacobs

I've read this book twice now (and am considering a third time through). What fascinates me about this book is the immediacy, the electric current of "this is happening NOW" that runs through it. Yes, it's full of facts and observations of Germany during the rise of the Nazis, but it's also a gli...

from yeremenko

Simply a classic a=of first person history. Shire an excellent journalist and historian, shares his unfettered personal observations. It is incredible how often Shirer accurately predicts what will take place next. Also we get to see the immediate viewpoint lost in the retelling of history. Italy...

from harveybiggins

Excellent. Fascinating account of the movement of Germany towards and into war - through the eyes of American radio correspondent. Particularly strong on immediate build up to war - Munich etc - and phoney war. Also interesting on censorship of the press, and lack of French resistance to German i...

from SharonPMoxley

A must read for people who want to know the inside stories of Berlin during WWII. Absolutely wonderful. Shirer was a reporter in Berlin during this time.

from MrCanoe

I am reallly enjoying this book. A must read for all World War II readers.