This is a fascinating book which is also timeless. I suspect the thoughts and actions of the diarist remain common to the modern experience of warfare in many ways. His struggles to come to terms with his role as a soldier are all the more tragic when it is revealed that he died before his position could be put forward fully. Such a sad book, but also inspiring to read of the strength of character under what must have been incredible societal pressure at the time.
NetGalley, Louise Gray

‘This wonderful book brings Sir Winston Churchill to life in a powerful and original way. To focus on the objects that he worked with, relaxed with, and often delighted in allows us to see Churchill in a new light, and no one could be more expert guides to them than Phil Reed and Anthony Richards.’
Andrew Roberts, author of Churchill: Walking with Destiny

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars “The local population, as always, was at the mercy of people who were participating in the war.” Stefan Dąmbski’s recollections of his time in the Polish Home Army during the Second World War are a sobering reminder of what violence humans are capable. He speaks only of actions he committed, or witnessed, and does not speculate as to the actions of others. The matter-of-fact way in which Dąmbski describes his “liquidation” work gives the impression of a cold-hearted man. It feels easy to condemn Dąmbski for such brutal wartime actions, but he knows this and condemns himself. There is no celebration or righteousness evident, and he does not seek absolution. Dąmbski provides context for his decisions and shares his understanding of why he and some of his fellows participated in executions. On a larger scale, this book helps to fill a gap in understanding Europe’s resistance movements during the Second World War. As noted in.. Read more
NetGalley, Joseph Malek

This book is a combination personal memoir and theoretical treatise. Rommel uses his extensive WW1 service on the Italian front with German mountain troops to formulate and present his theories on how infantry should behave on the then-modern battlefield, especially as regards to the command of smaller infantry units in the attack. A number of these theories would be taken up and used by the Wehrmacht at least at the beginning of WW2, but while many would be overtaken by the rapid advances in combined arms combat that developed starting during the Spanish Civil War and the opening months of WW2, his insights into leadership remained valid and instructive throughout the war and up to today… All in all, a very worthwhile edition to any serious student of military history or command… Highly Recommended for those interested in the infantry.
Armor Modelling & Preservation Society

It was very well translated, well written & kept my attention. The author was obviously an intelligent man who was detail-orientated. It was fascinating (albeit controversial) to get a perspective from the opposite side & I hadn't realised there was so much dissent amongst Hitler's inner circle. It is an important first-hand source for insights into Hitler's inner circle & the workings of his mind.
NetGalley, Gayle Noble