Auschwitz

A New History

Laurence Rees

The book provides a detailed account of the Auschwitz concentration camp, exploring its evolution from a Polish army barracks to the largest Nazi extermination center. It draws on interviews with former inmates and guards, as well as archival research, to offer insights into the daily lives of those involved and the atrocities committed.

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The Holocaust

A New History

Laurence Rees

The book presents a comprehensive analysis of the Holocaust, examining the origins, execution, and ramifications of the genocide through firsthand accounts and archival research. It delves into the motivations and decisions of Nazi leaders, as well as the experiences of victims and survivors, providing a detailed narrative of the events that led to one of history's darkest chapters.

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