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Barbarossa
- How Hitler Lost the War
- Narrated by: Jonathan Dimbleby
- Length: 22 hrs and 39 mins
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Summary
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Operation Barbarossa, Hitler's invasion of Russia in June 1941, aimed at nothing less than a war of extermination to annihilate Soviet communism, liquidate the Jews and create Lebensraum for the German master race. But it led to the destruction of the Third Reich, and was cataclysmic for Germany with millions of men killed, wounded or registered as missing in action. It was this colossal mistake—rather than any action in Western Europe—that lost Hitler the Second World War.
Drawing on hitherto unseen archival material, including previously untranslated Russian sources, Jonathan Dimbleby puts Barbarossa in its proper place in history for the first time. From its origins in the ashes of the First World War to its impact on post-war Europe, and covering the military, political and diplomatic story from all sides, he paints a full and vivid picture of this monumental campaign whose full nature and impact has remained unexplored.
At the heart of the narrative, written in Dimbleby's usual gripping style, are compelling descriptions of the leaders who made the crucial decisions, of the men and women who fought on the front lines, of the soldiers who committed heinous crimes on an unparalleled scale and of those who were killed when the Holocaust began. Hitler's fatal gamble had the most terrifying of consequences.
Written with authority and humanity, Barbarossa is a masterwork that transforms our understanding of the Second World War and of the twentieth century.
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- Alison Dixon
- 22-07-21
Astounding
Brilliant book from start to finish, I've read Beevors "Stalingrad",this book is up there with it. Brilliantly narrated, the victims figures are astounding.and the battles are laid bare infont of the reader. This was the turning point of the war and well worth a listen
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- Ryan
- 07-03-22
Good listen
Glad I found this title definitely worth a look at
Gritty details of what went on during this invasion
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- I T.
- 09-12-21
Fascinating, harrowing and Informative
Filled many gaps in my knowledge of the Second world war and took me into the heart of suffering humanity, military strategy and political intrigue. Jonathan Dimbleby's narration set a perfect tone and conveyed the solemnity of unfolding events. Hard to listen to at times but equally hard to abandon. Highly recommended.
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- Nautilus
- 05-12-21
an excellent account
love this book Jonathan writes and performs superbly, a must for all war history buffs.
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- M G Crump
- 09-02-23
Excellent and engaging
Excellent and engaging book thoroughly enjoyable audio version, although the book does wander a little in places 🙂
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- sue mashmoor
- 05-05-21
at last, so clear!
absolutely loved it- I've always enjoyed history, but at 72 years old I have at last been able to join up the dots of the 2nd World War with such clarity and understanding that the lay person needs!
A big thank you to Jonathan Dimbleby, and with his own voice, a Double Whammy!
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- Mr Edward J Courage
- 15-04-23
Excellent in all respects
I thoroughly enjoyed this book in every respect. It cleared up many of my misunderstandings and was rich and interesting in all respects..
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- Kindle Customer 007
- 08-01-24
got what they deserved.
Well told and balanced account of a pivotal moment in 20th century history. Now the world needs to band together to defeat communism and it's invasive nature.
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- James G.
- 09-10-21
Not perfect, but not too nerdy
I'd recommend this audio book. the Dimbleys all seem blessed with compelling voices. I know more now, than prior to listening. though not as detailed as a Beavor tome.
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- Richard Chapman
- 27-04-21
fantastic bar some dodgy recording.
Great book, great story telling, occasional random horrendous noise like a walkie talkie. Happened on Ch. 7 and 8.
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