Hitler's Piano Player

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The Rise and Fall of Ernst Hanfstaengl - Confidant of Hitler, Ally of Roosevelt

By Peter Conradi

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Hitler's Piano Player by Peter Conradi tells the compelling story of Ernst Hanfstaengl, a man who was both an admirer and confidant of Adolf Hitler. The biography delves into Hanfstaengl's complex role within Nazi Germany, his relationship with prominent figures of the era, and his eventual disillusionment leading to his escape. It's a fascinating exploration of a man caught in the political upheavals of his time.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by lesser-known historical figures and their intriguing stories. This biography offers a unique perspective by delving into the life of an individual closely connected to significant events during the Nazi regime, providing insight into personal ambitions and moral complexities. It's perfect for those interested in history, politics, and the shadowy roles individuals played behind the scenes.

Hitler's Piano Player

Through newly declassified documents, interviews with surviving family members and original writing by Hanfstaengl himself, Peter Conradi recounts a remarkable life.

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Ernst Hanfstaengl was court jester, pianist, and foreign press chief for Hitler; he even claimed to have devised the chant of Sieg Heil. However, when the two men fell out, he fled to Britain, where he was interned and later transferred to America. There, he worked as the star of Roosevelt's 'S-Project,' informing on 400 leading Nazis and creating a detailed psychological portrait of Hitler.

Through newly declassified documents, interviews with surviving family members, and original writing by Hanfstaengl himself, Peter Conradi recounts a remarkable life in Hitler's Piano Player.

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Hitler’s Piano Player by Peter Conradi has been praised for its engaging narrative akin to a thriller, providing a rich and non-judgmental exploration of Putzi’s complex life. The biography is lauded for its vivid detail and strong characterisation, offering a plethora of intriguing anecdotes about this unusual historical figure. Reviewers describe it as exceptionally entertaining and meticulously crafted.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780715654019

Publisher: Duckworth Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Duckworth

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Peter Conradi is the author of The Red Ripper: Inside the Mind of Russia's Most Brutal Serial Killer, and Mad Vlad: Vladimir Zhirinovsky and the New Russian Nationalism. He is Deputy Foreign Editor for the Sunday Times. He lives in Stockwell, in South London.

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