The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William L. Shirer First Edition

First Edition, 14th Printing

Summarizes Nazi Germany (1933-1945) by detailing Hitler's ascent from post-WWI chaos, his consolidation of totalitarian power through propaganda and repression, the pursuit of territorial expansion (leading to WWII), and the regime's ultimate collapse with Germany's defeat and Berlin's destruction.

Contains full color maps on both the first and last page of the book cover.