The Nightmare Years, 1930-1940

Twentieth Century Journey Series, Book 2

De: William L. Shirer

Narrado por: Grover Gardner

The famous journalist and author of The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich documents his front row seat at the pivotal events leading up to World War II.

In the second of a three-volume series, William L. Shirer tells the story of his own eventful life, detailing the most notable moments of his career as a journalist stationed in Germany during the rise of the Third Reich. Shirer was there while Hitler celebrated his new domination of Germany, unleashed the Blitzkrieg on Poland, and began the conflict that would come to be known as World War II. This remarkable account tells the story of an American reporter caught in a maelstrom of war and politics, desperately trying to warn Europe and the United States about the dangers to come.

This memoir gives listeners a chance to relive one of the most turbulent periods in 20th-century history - painting a stunningly intimate portrait of a dangerous decade.

©1984, 2014 William L. Shirer (P)2019 Blackstone Publishing

Wonderful

I wish Shirer could have been present for all of history great event as his take on everything is immediately resonating/identifiable.

Best of audible

Wonderful narration. Having lived through many of those years, it brought so many memories. Having traveled so many years, the descriptions of cafes, neighborhood and streets in Paris and Berlin allowed me to relive my own travels. He speaks of Barcelona, the Estoril in Portugal and the river Tagus. I was able to recall Chamberlin, the Munich treaty, the rail car where the Germans surrendered in ww1 and the French in Ww2. Overall a great read.

Rich, Informative First-hand Account of WW2. Can’t Beat

Rich, Informative First-hand Account of WW2. Can’t Beat the writing, the details, the impact of this work. Stands the test of time.

Great Description of the Third Reich

Great review of the Third Reich from a personal perspective. Shirer is a sensitive, thoughtful observer, and also a good writer.

The reader was also excellent: great performance, and also good pronunciation in English, German, and French.

Another masterpiece by the author

Always something new and first hand. So close to the Nazi Party decision makers including Hitler. Also on of my favorite narrators!

Epic

I am so glad that he kept a diary during his life. I am glad that he wrote this and so much others.

Essential listening

If you want a realistic overview of the 20th century Shirer is essential reading. This was real journalism when you could trust the reporting and understand what was happening. Shirer tells the story of pre WW2 including Afghanistan India and Europe in general. Wiki never tells these stories because they don’t fit the slanted agenda. Really great listening with the best narrator ever.

I feel privileged to have listened to this book

To understand this time in history one must read William Shirer to know the West and Vasily Grossman to understand the East. WWII history on the European continent cannot begin without their wonderful and insightful first-person contributions. And to have this story read by Grover Gardner makes it one of my most cherished books on the digital shelf. I have now read all of Shirer's books. Say it ain't so!

* Some stories are taken from Berlin Diaries and others, but to me, that's not a problem.

Well Written and exciting Memoir

William Shirer reports on his time spent living in pre-war Berlin. It’s as if you are there.

The narration is impeccable and the content enthralling.

One of my few s d selected reviews. This is a treasure. Fantastic narration. Great studio quality audio. Perfect for headphones. The historical significance of this work is stunning. What a treasure. I hope the diary archives are held in an appropriate museum. This is a fascinating front row seat to the beginnings and during the radio press coverage in Berlin throughout WW 11. Anyone interested in this area of history put this on a must listen list. It serves as a lesson to humanity the mistakes nations can make following ideological dictatorships. Also exposed is how simple the general public can be manipulated by propaganda and selective thinking. Put this to the top of your list.