This listing is for a hardcover edition of the monumental and definitive history, The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich: A History of Nazi Germany by William L. Shirer. This is a later printing (25th printing) of the classic work originally published by Simon & Schuster in 1959, including its original dust jacket with the iconic cover design and the classic black-and-white author photograph on the rear.
About This Landmark Work:
Shirer, an American journalist who witnessed the rise of the Nazis firsthand, wrote this Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece. It remains one of the most authoritative, comprehensive, and widely read single-volume histories of Nazi Germany, covering the period from Hitler's early career through the end of WWII in Europe. It is based on a vast trove of captured Nazi documents and Shirer's personal observations.
This Edition Includes:
Original dust jacket with its stark, powerful design.
The author photo and biographical blurb on the back.
Maps, photographs, and extensive source notes.
Condition:
The book is in good used condition. The dust jacket is intact but shows wear. The binding is tight, and the text block is clean with no markings, though pages may show mild age toning. This is a solid, complete, and very presentable reading/reference copy of this essential work.
Why This Book is a Must-Have:
Foundational Text: A cornerstone of any serious WWII, 20th-century history, or political science library.
Journalistic Masterpiece: Combines scholarly depth with the narrative power of firsthand reporting.
Highly Collected: One of the most sought-after and referenced history books ever published.
Perfect for: The student, historian, collector, or general reader seeking the premier account of the Nazi era. This later printing offers the complete, unabridged text in a durable hardcover format at an accessible price.
A heavy, substantial volume of immense historical importance.