Description: An in-depth biography of Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, written with the cooperation of Rommel's son, by a renowned military analyst and historian. Fraser examines Rommel's military career in both WWI and WWII, and explores Rommel's possible involvement in the plot against Hitler that lead to Rommel's forced suicide. 16-page photo insert; 10 maps.
Review Quotes:
"An outstanding biography, the best yet on Rommel." - Washington Post Book World
"General Fraser makes no bones about his admiration of Rommel, both as a man and as a soldier, yet he clearly sees his flaws. . .thoughtful and most readable." - New York Times Book Review
"A vivid, balanced and frequently enthralling biography of Rommel, the general and the man. It is must reading for every aficionado of modern military history." - San Francisco Chronicle
"A judicious appraisal of Germany's best-known WWII soldier. . . .A tellingly detailed account that manages to put Rommel into a human context." - Kirkus Reviews
"Fraser's superb biography reveals Rommel not only as a warrior who ranks with Napoleon and Lee, but also as an unpretentious man who found much contentment in the company of his wife and son." - Publishers Weekly
"Scrupulously researched and told even-handedly, featuring one of the most intriguing figures in military history. . . . General Fraser has brought Rommel to life, depicting him as a master of maneuver on the battlefield and a leader of rare charisma." - Washington Times