Category - Non Fiction / History
Format - Hardcover
Condition - Excellent
Listed - 9 months ago
Views - 10
Ships From - Illinois
Est. Publication Date - Sep 2003
Seller Description
"Fatal Silence: The Pope, The Resistance, and the German Occupation of Rome" by Robert Katz is an extraordinary and deeply researched account that unveils a complex and tumultuous chapter in World War II history. Katz takes readers on a riveting journey through the heart of wartime Rome, where the Vatican, the Italian Resistance, and the occupying German forces intersected in a high-stakes battle for survival. Through meticulous scholarship and gripping storytelling, Katz exposes the moral dilemmas faced by Pope Pius XII, the bravery of the Italian partisans, and the ruthlessness of the Nazi regime. "Fatal Silence" offers a compelling exploration of the Vatican's role during this turbulent period, the challenges of resistance, and the sacrifices made by ordinary citizens. This book is an essential read for those seeking a nuanced understanding of the intersection of faith, politics, and resistance in the midst of one of history's darkest moments. NOTE: Slight wear on a jacket, as seen in photos.
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Fatal Silence: The Pope, the Resistance and the German Occupation of Rome
ISBN: 9780297846611
Publisher Description
This is the dramatic story of the brutal occupation of Rome by the Germans after the fall of Mussolini in July 1943 up to the capture of the city by General Mark Clark in June 1944. Swelling to nearly...
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