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Richard Overy
British historian who has published extensively on the history of World War II and the Third Reich.
The Dictators
- Pages
- 848
- Published
- 2004
- Language
- English
Synopsis
Explore the chilling rise and brutal reign of Stalin and Hitler in this groundbreaking comparative study. Richard Overy examines how these dictatorships took hold, murdered millions, and plunged the world into its costliest war. Discover the powerful bonds that tied these leaders to their people and the corruption of ideals by ambitious men. This vivid account offers a stark analysis of how absolute power was achieved and maintained.