Thomas Childers nos acerca al tiempo en que un jovencísimo Adolf Hitler, mientras compartía piso en un barrio marginal, empezaba a apasionarse por la política y a entrar en contacto con ideas anti semitas. Hitler encontró su voz y, con ella, seguidores fieles: en 1932 los nazis ya habían conseguido formar el partido político más grande de Alemania y, en tan solo seis meses, transformaron una democracia disfuncional en un estado de régimen totalitario, iniciando así la marcha hacia la segun...

A revelatory social history examining the lives of American military veterans after their return home following World War II."Thomas Childers's heartbreaking book makes palpable the human cost of a conflict too often sanitized as 'the good war.'" — Chicago TribuneOne of our most enduring national myths surrounds the men and women who fought in the so-called "Good War." The Greatest Generation, we're told by Tom Brokaw and others, fou...

The first study based on a large national sample of both urban and rural districts examines the Nazi constituency — how it was formed, from which social groups, under what conditions, and with what promises. Using advanced statistical techniques to analyze each national election of the Weimar era, Childres offers a new and challenging interpretation of who voted for Hitler’s NSDAP and why. He also provides a systematic examination of Nazi campaign strategy.

In The Third Reich: A History of Nazi Germany, Thomas Childers shows how the young Hitler became passionately political and anti-Semitic as he lived on the margins of society. Fueled by outrage at the punitive terms imposed on Germany by the Versailles Treaty, he found his voice and drew a loyal following.As his views developed, Hitler attracted like-minded colleagues who formed the nucleus of the nascent Nazi party. Between 1924 and 1929, Hitler and his party languished i...

In the years preceding publication of this book in 1986 much progress was made in identifying the social sources of support for Hitler’s NSDAP and in determining the tactics employed by the party to mobilise its constituency at grass roots level. It has emerged that the Nazi’s roots were far more diverse than previously assumed, extending beyond the lower middle class to encompass both the affluent bourgeoisie and the working class. This book collects together original studies which repres...

In The American South: A History, Fifth Edition, William J. Cooper, Jr. and Thomas E. Terrill demonstrate their belief that it is impossible to divorce the history of the South from the history of the United States. The authors' analysis underscores the complex interaction between the South as a distinct region and the South as an inescapable part of America. Cooper and Terrill show how the resulting tension has often propelled section and nation toward collision. In supporting their thesi...

In The American South: A History, Fifth Edition, William J. Cooper, Jr., Thomas E. Terrill, and Christopher Childers demonstrate their belief that it is impossible to divorce the history of the South from the history of the United States. The autIn The American South: A History, Fifth Edition, William J. Cooper, Jr., Thomas E. Terrill, and Christopher Childers demonstrate their belief that it is impossible to divorce the history of the South from the history of the United States. The autho...

A gun-toting preacher, a rebel army led by a madman, and entire villages slaughtered just because they were in the way.In Another Man's War, follow Sam Childer's remarkable transformation from violent thug to a man of faith, and his ongoing battle to save children in one of the world's most lawless areas.Photos are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.“Another Man’s War is about true terrorism . . . against more than 200,000...

A gripping anthology packed with suspense, danger, and unforgettable thrills. This exciting collection features thirty masterful stories that explore mystery, crime, psychological tension, and thrilling adventure. From dangerous conspiracies and chilling secrets to dramatic pursuits and shocking twists, every story keeps readers captivated until the very end. Filled with suspenseful storytelling and memorable characters, the anthology showcases the brilliance of classic thriller fiction wh...

A thriller novel is a novel that uses suspense, excitement, apprehension and exhilaration to tell a story. Thriller novels have villains, suspense, and action in settings such as espionage, medicine, crime, politics, and high tech.They often involve life and death situations and have high stakes, like the control of the world or the possibility of widespread death or destruction.Many times innocent people are victimized, stalked, or caught in situations that are beyond thei...

Every page is a ticking clock. Every chapter, a trapdoor. 30 Suspense and Thriller Masterpieces You Have to Read in Your Life is a heart-pounding collection of the greatest nail-biting fiction ever written—crafted by literary legends who turned fear, danger, and psychological tension into an art form. From locked-room mysteries and courtroom drama to espionage thrillers and psychological slow burns, this expertly curated anthology spans more than a century of suspense. Whether you're facin...

Pulse-pounding tension. Unpredictable twists. Unforgettable storytelling. This must-read anthology brings together 30 of the greatest suspense and thriller masterpieces ever written—stories that will keep you turning pages late into the night. From psychological tension and dark secrets to high-stakes danger and shocking revelations, this collection showcases the very best of classic thriller literature. Each story has been selected for its gripping atmosphere, compelling characters, and m...