The Nightmare Years, 1930-1940

Twentieth Century Journey Series, Book 2

By: William L. Shirer

Narrated by: 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.

Revealing history

Incredible insights from eye witness to historical events. He gives an excellent descriptions of events.

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.

Must read if you are a history buff. Or of curious mind.

Great recap of what happened suitably editorialized. Matter of fact narrative and narration. Soothing voice.