The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich: A History of Nazi Germany
William L. Shirer
📚 Genre
Non-Fiction - History - European History - World War II
🏢 Publisher
Simon and Schuster
📅 Publication Year
1960
🔢 ISBN
Not applicable for this 1960 edition (pre-ISBN era)
About This Book
A comprehensive historical account of Nazi Germany from its inception to its collapse, written by an American journalist who witnessed many of the events firsthand. The title page features classic serif typography with a centered layout and publisher imprint at the bottom, accompanied by handwritten vintage pricing and edition notes.
Book Details
Language
English
Pages
1245
Edition
First Edition
Series
Standalone book
Target Audience
General Audience and Academic Readers
Collector Information
Condition
Good condition. Shows age-appropriate toning to the paper, with handwritten pencil markings on the top margin ('1st EDITION' and price '$150.00'), but text block and title page are otherwise clean and intact.
Estimated Value
$50-$150
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While millions of copies were printed, authentic first editions in superior condition with dust jackets remain desirable among collectors.
Historical Significance
One of the most famous and widely read historical works on Nazi Germany, serving as a foundational text for popular understanding of the regime and winning the National Book Award for Nonfiction in 1961.
Collector Notes
Key collectibility factor for this title is the presence of the original dust jacket, which significantly drives up the value. Store away from direct sunlight and humidity to prevent further page toning. Verify copyright page to ensure it matches first printing indicators.
Similar Books
The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans, The Third Reich Trilogy by Richard J. Evans, Hitler by Ian Kershaw, The Wages of Destruction by Adam Tooze
Notable Features
First Edition stated on title page with corresponding 1960 publication year, matching copyright details visible through the page ghosting.