What were some of the good books you have read with regard to WW2?

Question

Can u recommend me the title and author and brief description about the book?

clash_div. yes I read that book few mths ago from front to back, it is really a very good book with history background and the what ifs!

Answer 1

I really loved We Die Alone by David Howarth.

This book is a true story about a Norwegian commando in occupied territory, helping resistant fighters, who is unfortunately turned in to the enemy by his own fearful people. The book follows him trying to elude capture by the Nazi's. Thrilling reading about a part of the war I was not that familiar with. Highly recommended for WWII buffs, like me.

Answer 2

The American Heritage Picture History of World War II,published by Wings Books and distributed by Random House

Answer 3

There is a great book called "Waiting for the all clear" - true stories from survivors of the Blitz. Ben Wicks.

This is a collection of reminiscences from the Brits who had to carry on as best as they could with everyday life whilst terrifying nightly raids were being carried out. It records the valour and dignity that was shown, as well as a great sense of humour. I am not really into books about military strategy so this was perfect from me. This is the "human"side of the war, and as such had the power to make me laugh, cry. You can find it here:

http://books.kelkoo.co.uk/b/a/cpc_5101_ps_3007989_gs_16270553.html

Answer 4

How Hitler Could Have Won World War II: The Fatal Errors That Led to Nazi Defeat
By Bevin Alexander
pretty scary how it almost happened

Answer 5

Citizen Soldiers by Stephen Ambrose, about American and German soldiers towards the end of the war; he actually has many great books on WW2 (basis for Band of Brothers)

Voices from Hiroshima and Nagasaki - collection, about the aftermath of the atomic bombs

Answer 6

Battle of the Bulge by John Toland. Lots of personal accounts.

The Sinking of the Bismarck by William Shirer. Exciting reading about this epic battle in the Battle of the Atlantic. Lots of personal accounts, twists and turns, defeats (eg sinking of the HMS Hood and sadly the loss of the whole crew except for 3) and triumphs (the sinking of the Bismarck).

Answer 7

Anything by George L. Mosse. I used every one of his books in my Master's thesis on the rise of the Nazis. His analysis of German propaganda techniques are brilliant.