Description
Antony Beevor masterfully recounts the harrowing Battle of Stalingrad, a pivotal turning point in World War II that irrevocably altered the course of modern warfare. This gripping narrative plunges readers into the brutal five-month siege, from the initial German advance on the city bearing Stalin's name to the astonishing Soviet counter-offensive that trapped the Nazi Sixth Army. Beevor vividly portrays the unimaginable suffering and courage of soldiers and civilians alike, fighting amidst the ruins in inhuman conditions. Drawing on extensive archival research and survivor testimonies, this definitive account explores the profound human cost of cruelty, resilience, and sacrifice on an unprecedented scale.
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paperback
National Geographic Books
Published May 1, 1999
ISBN: 9780140284584
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Details
First Published
1999
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Stalingrad: The Fateful Siege, 1942–1943 by Antony Beevor.