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Germany's success in the Second World War was built upon its tank forces; however, many of its leading generals, with the notable exception of Heinz Guderian, are largely unknown. This biographical study of four German panzer army commanders serving on the Eastern Front is based upon their unpublished wartime letters to their wives. David Stahel offers a complete picture of the men conducting Hitler's war in the East, with an emphasis on the private fears and public pressures they operated under.

If you speak English, you need to focus your German learning on the most frequently used English phrasal verbs. Learn how to communicate in German the meaning of the 100 English phrasal verbs you need for everyday life. Actually, to communicate you only need to use the most used 100 English phrasal verbs. These idioms are the most frequently used and can be defined using an algorithm that provides the ranking. Here you´ll find the list.

Not all dogs are created equal. When it comes to GSD’s (that’s the short way to say German shepherd dog), they are truly a breed apart. They are large dogs, agile, fast, aggressive, and intimidating if you want them to be. They are smart, loyal, inquisitive, persistent, protective, and willing to push the boundaries. They’re also willing to push your buttons if you let them. Sound like the dog for you? Sound like a challenge? You bet they are, but the payoff is a best friend who will never leave your side.

A true story set at the end of World War 11 as the Russian Army marched against Hitler's troops in East Prussia, and millions of native Germans had to flee to the West to avoid capture, imprisonment and worse. This is the story of how two young women; my mother and her friend, fled to the West, and how the rest of the family also had to leave their farm and home behind them.. Many adventures and close escapes later they were happily re-united in West Germany. My mother met my Irish father, they married and moved to England after the war, built a new life and family and had a wonderful life ...

Born in Germany in 1922, Colin Anson's (Claus Ascher) childhood was marked by the trials of Nazism. His father was arrested by the Gestapo in 1937 and transported to Dachau, where he died shortly after. Colin, aged just seventeen, escaped to Britain in the Kindertransport. As soon as he was old enough, Colin volunteered in the Pioneer Corps. Then, in 1942, he was recruited for the elite commando unit X-Troop. Colin took part in the invasions of Sicily and Italy in 1943, where he sustained a near-fatal injury. But just months later, he returned to duty.

Berlin, 1944. ‘No! Not my child!’ Annaliese screams, her voice breaking as she pounds the window uselessly. But no-one looks up as the man in the SS uniform cradles her precious baby and strides away. She lies unmoving on the threadbare cot, her throat hoarse from long hours of screaming but her tears keep falling. Her heart has been cleaved in two, now the Nazis have taken the only thing she has left–her child. She is utterly powerless against them. But as Annaliese cries herself to sleep, she makes a vow—she will find her precious baby again. Whatever it takes.

A little wooden chest A tiny baby’s hat, old faded photos and a half of a metal medallion. Kate Cigler’s grandmother just passed leaving her the family bakery. On the day of the funeral her two great-aunts handed her the little chest and an address in Wyoming. “You must go, Katarina. Discover your mother’s past secrets.” Secrets? Mother had secrets? But Mother had been a simple baker in small town Ohio. Before she had died years ago, why hadn’t she told Kate her secrets? Why was this coming to light now? What would Kate find in Wyoming to shed light on her mother’s past? Who ...

Entdecken Sie vier der einflussreichsten Konflikte der Weltgeschichte in diesem exklusiven Boxset, das die Geschichten von Mut, Verrat und geopolitischer Umwälzung lebendig werden lässt.

Experience the second episode of the Baumgartner & Momsen detective story series for German learners on your stereo or headphones, at home or on the go! The narration style and speed of this audiobook is aimed at providing learners with real-world spoken German that is clearly understandable, not too fast but also not too slow.

The true story of one woman’s survival through both the Nazi and Russian regimes in Germany. As a child in the 1930s, Flora lived in a beautiful part of Germany, waking up daily to the fresh bread smells of her father's bakery and the fragrant delights from her mother's garden. But everything changed when the Nazis took control of every aspect of their lives. War took away their family and friends, and they had not imagined it could get even worse. But it did when their land was handed over to the Russians. Life became a living nightmare when they realized what they must do to survive. ...

Wolfgang has led a successful Crow raid north on the Blackfoot to steal horses. He returns to his village to find his people have suffered a Blackfoot raid and his wife has been taken captive. Wolfgang declares war on the Blackfoot nation. Alone, Wolfgang decides to take the war trail north.

From Ireland to Australia, past to present, a family saga of truth, lies, love and intrigue. Until you’re asked, you may never tell... Lucie Woods is honest, isn’t she? It turns out, like so many others, that she’s been lying to herself for a very long time. When an incident occurs at her children’s school, it sets in motion a string of events that sees her life torn apart at the seams. Karma acts fast, barely giving her a moment to breathe before delivering a string of gifts, if you can call them that. Bad things usually happen in threes, but when her misfortune reaches beyond this...

Behind the Wheel: German Level 1 covers beginning to intermediate level German, providing a strong, yet flexible foundation for speaking, understanding, and creatively expressing yourself in standard German. The program features an English speaking instructor to guide you through the lessons and a native German speaker to aid with your pronunciation. Includes a companion book to reinforce and enhance the audio experience.

With Paul Noble’s simple, relaxed approach you will learn in a way that suits you – without having to memorise long lists of words you won’t use, scribbling notes as you listen, or feeling frustrated. Instead, Paul will introduce you to the basics of the German language and guide you through over 3 hours of everyday scenarios that are practical, fun, and applicable. Just listen, interact, and learn wherever you are.

Dog Training for Kids. German Shepherd Training Book for Kids and ParentsThink Like a Dog, but Don't Eat Your Poop! From the Car Ride Home, you and I will have a ton of fun training your German Shepherd in this Dog Training Book for kids. Because this dog training book for kids has everything you will need to help your new pup or adult dog, to listen, learn, obey, play, respect, and love you for years to come. Easy to read, fun, effective and fast results you want. Dog Training for kids, German Shepherd Training Book begins FROM THE CARE RIDE HOME. When it matters to you, your pup, and your...

In the late summer of 1944, SS-Obergruppenführer Wilhelm ‘Willi’ Bittrich found himself in the Netherlands surveying his II SS Panzer Corps, which was in a poor state having narrowly escaped the defeat in Normandy. He was completely unaware that his command lay directly in the path of a major Allied thrust: the 17 September 1944 launch of the largest airborne and glider operation in the history of warfare.

Berlin, 1939. Edith Falkenstein once lived a fairy-tale life. Falling in love with Julius introduced her to a world she had only dreamed of. She wore the finest silk dresses to host parties in their historic mansion home. But those days are a distant memory. Under Nazi rule, her Jewish husband, Julius, has been stripped of everything. Now the couple share a cramped apartment with other destitute families, and the priceless jewels that once adorned Edith’s neck have been sold to buy food on the black market.

Not all witches are evil entities, in fact most practice healing techniques to help those who cannot afford modern medicine. Mary was one of those "good witches' who healed the sick and dying, told the locals their fortunes and removed hexes and curses while casting her own curses on those who wished her bad. The witch was quick to help anyone in need, but damned those to hell who dared to cross her. Other witches are pure evil, and one such wretched witch bring's forth bad luck that follows any living soul that is unfortunate enough to come in contact with her. Beaula's black cat has been ...

Do you want your kids to learn German? Look no further! This English-German bilingual book will definitely entertain and teach your kids German! Your kids will learn about body parts! And with frequent reading, they will be fluent in no time!

Elena Marlow, a former junior champion, is thirty-two and staging a comeback in the elite world of competitive dressage. Years away from the arena, filled with "diapers and carpools," have left her hungry to prove she's "not just a mom, not just a has-been junior champion". Astride her Warmblood mare, Solstice, Elena feels the familiar pull of ambition, but also the weight of years lost and a deep-seated guilt. The path back to glory is anything but smooth. Elena faces the unyielding demands of her old-school German coach, Klara, who believes "the horse must submit" and "suffering shapes ...