On a wet afternoon in September 1938, Neville Chamberlain stepped off an aeroplane and announced that his visit to Hitler had averted the greatest crisis in recent memory. It was, he later assured the crowd in Downing Street, 'peace for our time'. Less than a year later, Germany invaded Poland and the Second World War began. This is a vital new history of the disastrous years of indecision, failed diplomacy and parliamentary infighting that enabled Nazi domination of Europe. Drawing on previously unseen sources, it sweeps from the advent of Hitler in 1933 to the beaches of Dunkirk, and presents an unforgettable portrait of the ministers, aristocrats and amateur diplomats whose actions and inaction had devastating consequences.
Tim Bouverie Books
Tim Bouverie is a historian whose writing delves into the critical junctures of political history, particularly the complex road to conflict. His work offers sharp analysis of the decisions made by key figures and the profound consequences that followed. He approaches historical events with the critical eye of a seasoned political journalist, aiming to illuminate the often-turbulent dynamics of power and diplomacy for contemporary readers.






The book offers a gripping exploration of the British government's appeasement of Hitler before World War II, highlighting the indecision and failed diplomacy that allowed for his rise. It delves into the significant events from Hitler's ascent in 1933 to the Dunkirk evacuation, revealing the complex interplay among politicians, aristocrats, and diplomats. Through extensive archival research, the author presents an intimate portrait of the ruling class's surprising support for Hitler, ultimately serving as a cautionary tale about the dangers of inaction in the face of aggression.
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Appeasing Hitler is an astonishingly accomplished debut' ANTONY BEEVOROne of the most promising young historians to enter our field for years' MAX HASTINGSBrilliant and sparkling ... reads like a thriller.
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Focusing on the intricate politics and diplomacy during World War II, the narrative explores Winston Churchill's efforts to secure U.S. support against Hitler while managing complex relationships with Roosevelt and Stalin. As the Grand Alliance forms amidst rising tensions, conflicts over strategy and post-war order emerge, foreshadowing the Cold War. Drawing from new sources, the book highlights the perspectives of key figures, including politicians, diplomats, and resistance movements, offering a compelling and nuanced view of this pivotal historical period.
Mit Hitler reden
Der Weg vom Appeasement zum Zweiten Weltkrieg