
Rommel
In his own words
John Pimlott(Author)
Amber Books (Publisher)
Published on 15. September 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-1-78274-316-3 (ISBN)
Description
"One loses all sense of time here. The battles for the last positions before Alexandria are hard. I was several days in the front line and lived in the car or a hole in the ground." - Erwin Rommel
Combining private letters to his wife, orders, his daily accounts of battle written during World War II and his published memoirs, Rommel offers a compelling insight into the mind of one of the twentieth century's great military leaders. Alongside accounts of fighting in World War I and World War II, Rommel shares his views on the philosophy of warfare, battles, leaders and the progress of both world wars. Dr John Pimlott's commentary puts Rommel's writing into historical context, describing the background to Rommel's ideas and how his plans were affected by circumstances beyond his control. 120 black-and-white photographs - many of them taken by Rommel himself - and battle maps illustrate the theatres in which Rommel fought. From the Alps in World War I to the invasion of France in 1940, and from the Desert War in 1943 to Normandy in 1944, Rommel - in his own words brings the concerns and crises of Rommel's wars to life.
Combining private letters to his wife, orders, his daily accounts of battle written during World War II and his published memoirs, Rommel offers a compelling insight into the mind of one of the twentieth century's great military leaders. Alongside accounts of fighting in World War I and World War II, Rommel shares his views on the philosophy of warfare, battles, leaders and the progress of both world wars. Dr John Pimlott's commentary puts Rommel's writing into historical context, describing the background to Rommel's ideas and how his plans were affected by circumstances beyond his control. 120 black-and-white photographs - many of them taken by Rommel himself - and battle maps illustrate the theatres in which Rommel fought. From the Alps in World War I to the invasion of France in 1940, and from the Desert War in 1943 to Normandy in 1944, Rommel - in his own words brings the concerns and crises of Rommel's wars to life.
Reviews / Votes
`An extraordinary book by an extraordinary military strategist, expertly annotated by the editor, and containing many fascinating photographs. A very special contribution to the literature of WWII.' * Books Monthly 17/02/2016 * While experts may struggle to find new information here, there is still plenty available to make it an enjoyable and worthwhile read, giving all readers access to the inner workings of one of the greatest generals of World War II. * All About History 17/02/2016 *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Amber Books Ltd
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
Index; Maps; Halftones, color; Halftones, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
460 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78274-316-3 (9781782743163)
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Person
Dr John Pimlott was Head of the Department of War Studies at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, UK until his death in 1997. His books include Guerrilla Warfare, Vietnam: The History and Tactics and the Guinness History of the British Army.
Content
INTRODUCTION
1:YOUNG ROMMEL
2: MOUNTAIN WARRIOR
3: INTER-WAR YEARS
4: ROMMEL'S GHOSTS
5: STORM IN THE DESERT
6: DESERT MAGICIAN
7:TRIUMPH AND ATTRITION
8:THE FOX AT BAY
9:AFRIKA KORPS IN RETREAT
10: ITALIAN INTERLUDE
11: DEFENCE OF THE WEST
CONCLUSION
BIBLIOGRAPHY
INDEX
1:YOUNG ROMMEL
2: MOUNTAIN WARRIOR
3: INTER-WAR YEARS
4: ROMMEL'S GHOSTS
5: STORM IN THE DESERT
6: DESERT MAGICIAN
7:TRIUMPH AND ATTRITION
8:THE FOX AT BAY
9:AFRIKA KORPS IN RETREAT
10: ITALIAN INTERLUDE
11: DEFENCE OF THE WEST
CONCLUSION
BIBLIOGRAPHY
INDEX