Norman Davies' magisterial account of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising is gripping, heartbreaking, and essential reading. As Polish resistance fighters rose against Nazi occupation, the Red Army waited across the Vistula—and the world looked away. Davies weaves together firsthand accounts, strategic analysis, and profound humanity to illuminate one of WWII's most tragic chapters. Perfect for serious history readers who want the full, unflinching story of courage and betrayal.
