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Book Synopsis: A ground-breaking history of one of the greatest ever sieges. Masterfully brought to life by a leading expert using original Russian and German source material.'[An] excellent account.' - Richard Overy, The Telegraph
This new history of the first two years of this crucial battle for the heart and soul of Russia is the first in over a decade and also the first to look comprehensively at the wider military strategies of both sides. At a huge cost, the Red Army and the civilian population of Leningrad ultimately endured a bitter 900-day siege, struggling against constant bombing, shelling, and starvation. Throughout the siege, Soviet forces tried to break the German lines and restore contact with the garrison. To Besiege a City charts the first of these offensives which began in January 1942 and was followed by repeated assaults. Acclaimed Eastern Front historian Prit Buttar details how although the Red Army suffered huge casualties in the swampy and forested terrain, the German infantry divisions were also steadily eroded. Indeed, by keeping control of parts of the shores of Lake Ladoga, the Soviet Union was able to sustain Leningrad through the winters of the siege via the 'road of life', constructed across the frozen lake. This epic history details the dramatic race to create the road across the ice and first-hand accounts from both Soviet and German soldiers, many never previously translated, bring the horrific series of battles and assaults to life.
Ultimately the determination of the defenders to hold out during this first phase of the siege and the desperate attempts to break it became a hugely significant part of Russian wartime history. The echoes of the battle persist to this day helping to define both a country and its politics. There is no better time to fully understand this history and To Besiege a City is the most comprehensive account to date.
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Experience a ground-breaking history with "To Besiege a City: Leningrad 1941-42". This captivating book takes you on a journey through one of the greatest ever sieges, meticulously crafted by a leading expert using original Russian and German source material. With its gripping narrative and compelling insights, this book is a must-read for any history enthusiast.
Don't miss out on this excellent account, praised by Richard Overy of The Telegraph. Dive into the first comprehensive analysis of the first two years of the crucial battle for the heart and soul of Russia. Gain a deeper understanding of the military strategies deployed by both sides during this momentous event.
Transport yourself to the harrowing reality of the 900-day siege, where the resilience of the Red Army and the civilian population of Leningrad was tested against constant bombing, shelling, and starvation. Through this book, you'll witness the Soviet forces' brave attempts to break the German lines and restore contact with the garrison.
Discover the untold stories of the soldiers who fought on both sides. Acclaimed Eastern Front historian Prit Buttar brings the horrific series of battles and assaults to life, offering first-hand accounts from Soviet and German soldiers. Immerse yourself in their personal experiences, many of which have never before been translated.
Uncover the little-known race to create the 'road of life' across the frozen Lake Ladoga. By keeping control of parts of the lake's shores, the Soviet Union was able to sustain Leningrad throughout the winters of the siege. Learn about the incredible determination of the defenders and the importance of this first phase of the siege in shaping Russian wartime history.
Now is the time to fully grasp the significance of this pivotal moment in history. "To Besiege a City" is the most comprehensive account available, providing you with a profound understanding of the battle that helped define both a country and its politics. Start your historical journey today and get your copy of "To Besiege a City: Leningrad 1941-42".
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