Very interesting insight

Excellent narration and very interesting insight into the Nazification of German society in the 20s and 30s, together with the unsurprising revelation of the level of ‘wasn’t me Guv’ once the war was over. That much is reflected in the Nuremberg trials transcripts and interviews with senior Nazi politicians and soldiers.

Contemporary politicians and Joe Public might not see parallels with the modern world, but you’d have to be rather dim witted not to see how malleable society remains. That which happened to Germany is happening today, more or less, in many countries today. This book highlights it.

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A Cautionary Tale

This was a brilliant insight into the way NAZI ideology initially crept into German society and steadily took over until it was too powerful to stop.

I found myself really invested in the fate of the villagers especially the ones who resisted the regime either overtly or covertly. Compelling to listen to and written and read extremely well.

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Excellent

A very enjoyable audio

Very well written and narrated

Definitely I d recommend it

It’s a difficult complex subject brought to life in a very easy to listen to manner

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Another really good listen

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and a glimpse into how life was just before the rise of Hitler, through to the end of the war and beyond for the people living there. It must have been a terrifying time having to comply all the time, not knowing who to trust, then the aftermath all being lumped in the same bowl, whether guilty or not. But the book shows there were acts of kindness, whatever your political beliefs. I think this village was lucky compared to the cities but what an insightful, interesting and well researched book.

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Excellent view through a microscope of life in the

Excellent view through a microscope of life in the 3rd Reich. Highly recommended. Pronunciation not bad. Unusual ly for audio books.

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The alternative viewpoint

This was well written book and provided a very human insight into normal home life within the third reich. It’s proves the vast majority of people just want to live their normal life with out trouble but sometimes they had to make incredibly hard choices for them and their families. I enjoyed this book well worth the listen.

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would recommend

very good account of life in a small village and how it became rnmeshed with Nazism

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Astounding, illuminating, heartbreaking

Even better than Travellers in the Third Reich. Beautifully written and expertly narrated, this book is a real eye-opener. Illuminating and at times deeply disturbing, the creeping sense of dread and growing horror will stay with me. This book has made me think deeply about the German experience of the Second World War; it has made me re-examine many of my preconceived ideas and beliefs. Subtle, nuanced, and absolutely gripping, it comes highly recommended.

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A fascinating and very intimate history

What a wonderful insight into the nuanced effects - good and bad beyond description - of the real impact of Nazi rule on one community. This is superbly told and beautifully written. The narration does justice to the writing and as a result this an excellent and fascinating history.

Gripping insight into the Third Reich

I was completely gripped by this book. By focusing on a Bavarian village you get an incredible insight into the effect of the Third Reich on its people. Very harrowing and sad in places. Beautifully narrated.