The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich: A History of Nazi Germany by William L. Shirer offers an unparalleled examination of Hitler’s rise to power and the consequential impact on global history. Since its publication in 1960, this monumental work has been a perennial international bestseller. Shirer’s writing is both thrillingly told and meticulously researched, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the events that led to one of the darkest periods of the last century. Hailed as “one of the most important works of history of our time” by The New York Times, this book commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of its National Book Award win with a new introductory essay by Ron Rosenbaum (Explaining Hitler and How the End Begins). With millions of copies in print, The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich is a vital and enduring classic, offering an unsurpassed record of history’s most significant events.