Killing Hitler: The Plots, the Assassins, and the Man Who Got Away

A Gripping Account of the Most Daring Assassination Attempts on Hitler

In Killing Hitler, acclaimed historian Roger Moorhouse tells the gripping story of the numerous attempts to assassinate Adolf Hitler, from the early days of his rise to power to the final days of World War II. Based on extensive research and interviews with surviving conspirators, Moorhouse provides a thrilling and meticulously detailed account of these daring plots, the men and women who risked their lives to carry them out, and the Führer's remarkable ability to escape harm.

A Masterful Blend of History and Suspense

Moorhouse's narrative is a masterful blend of historical scholarship and suspenseful storytelling. He vividly recreates the atmosphere of Nazi Germany, where fear and paranoia were rampant and the Gestapo's reach was seemingly limitless. The reader is drawn into the conspirators' world, sharing their hopes, fears, and determination to rid the world of Hitler.

The Key Players in the Assassination Attempts

Moorhouse introduces us to a cast of fascinating characters, from the high-ranking German officers who plotted to overthrow Hitler to the resistance fighters and foreign agents who risked their lives to carry out the assassination attempts. Among them are:

• Claus von Stauffenberg, the aristocratic German officer who came closest to killing Hitler in the July 20, 1944, bomb plot.
• Reinhard Heydrich, the ruthless head of the Gestapo and a key figure in the Nazi regime.
• Georg Elser, a lone wolf assassin who nearly succeeded in killing Hitler with a bomb in 1939.
• British agents such as Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, who played a role in some of the assassination attempts.

Hitler's Escapes from Death

Despite the numerous attempts on his life, Hitler managed to escape harm time and again. Moorhouse explores the reasons for Hitler's survival, including his own paranoia and the effectiveness of his security apparatus. He also examines the role of luck and chance in Hitler's survival, and the impact of his survival on the course of World War II.

A Must-Read for History Buffs and Thriller Fans Alike

Killing Hitler is a must-read for anyone interested in World War II history, espionage, and the art of assassination. Moorhouse's gripping narrative and meticulous research make this book a thrilling and unforgettable read.

Praise for Killing Hitler

"A gripping account of the most daring assassination attempts on Hitler. Moorhouse's masterful storytelling and meticulous research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in World War II history." - The New York Times

"A thrilling and suspenseful read that brings to life the men and women who risked their lives to kill Hitler. Moorhouse's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of World War II." - The Washington Post

"A fascinating and well-researched account of the numerous attempts to assassinate Hitler. Moorhouse's book is a valuable contribution to the literature on World War II." - The Wall Street Journal