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Book Synopsis: "A penetrating and compassionate book on the most gigantic military struggle in world history."--The New York Times Book Review"An extraordinary tale... Overy's engrossing book provides extensive details of the slaughter, brutality, bitterness and destruction on the massive front from the White Sea to the flank of Asia."--Chicago Tribune The Russian war effort to defeat invading Axis powers, an effort that assembled the largest military force in recorded history and that cost the lives of more than 25 million Soviet soldiers and civilians, was the decisive factor for securing an Allied victory. Now with access to the wealth of film archives and interview material from Russia used to produce the ten-hour television documentary Russia's War, Richard Overy tackles the many persuasive questions surrounding this conflict. Was Stalin a military genius? Was the defense of Mother Russia a product of something greater than numbers of tanks and planes--of something deep within the Russian soul?
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Looking to delve into the most significant military struggle in history? Look no further than "Russia's War: A History of the Soviet Effort: 1941-1945." With its authentic portrayal of the colossal war effort against the invading Axis powers, this penetrating and compassionate book is guaranteed to captivate your interest. The New York Times Book Review calls it an "extraordinary tale," and for good reason.
Author Richard Overy meticulously chronicles the countless acts of bravery, sacrifices, and unimaginable hardships endured by the Soviet soldiers and civilians during World War II. Through extensive details, this engrossing book sheds light on the slaughter, brutality, bitterness, and destruction that occurred across the massive front, from the White Sea to the flank of Asia. The Chicago Tribune raves about Overy's work, praising the author's ability to bring the war to life within its pages.
But this book offers more than just a historical account. It delves into stimulating questions that have plagued historians for decades. Was Stalin a military genius? What was the driving force behind the defense of Mother Russia? Overy's meticulous research, complemented by access to an extensive wealth of film archives and interview materials, uncovers answers to these thought-provoking questions and more.
The heart of the Soviet war effort lies beyond mere numbers of tanks and planes. "Russia's War" captures the essence of something far deeper within the Russian soul—a relentless determination to overcome adversity and protect their homeland at all costs. This captivating book offers a unique and unforgettable journey into the heart of one of the world's greatest conflicts.
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the gripping history of Russia's war? Take the first step towards an enlightening experience by grabbing your copy of "Russia's War: A History of the Soviet Effort: 1941-1945" today. Discover the true meaning of courage, resilience, and the human spirit like never before.
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