The Real Odessa

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How Nazi War Criminals Escaped Europe

By Uki Goñi

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The Real Odessa by Uki Goñi delves into the controversial post-World War II history of how Nazis found refuge in Argentina. The author explores the complex network involving the Argentine government, the Vatican, and the Red Cross that facilitated escape routes for war criminals. It's a meticulously researched account that shines a light on hidden aspects of post-war global politics.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by post-World War II history and the secretive networks that enabled Nazi war criminals to find refuge in Argentina. This book provides a detailed exploration of how high-ranking Nazis escaped justice with the help of well-connected South American operatives, offering a captivating narrative of intrigue, politics, and betrayal.

The Real Odessa

A groundbreaking work of investigative journalism revealing the complicity of the Vatican and the Swissgovernment in aiding Nazi war criminals' escape fromEurope to Argentina - reissued with a new preface byPhilippe Sands and additional material.

A groundbreaking work of investigative journalism revealing the complicity of the Vatican and the Swiss government in aiding Nazi war criminals' escape from Europe to Argentina - reissued with a new preface by Philippe Sands and additional material

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As Russian forces closed in on Berlin, and Hitler's premiership drew to a close, many Nazi officials fled Germany. In this startling, meticulously researched account, acclaimed journalist Uki Goñi unravels the complex network that led them to Argentina.

Relying on international support—in Scandinavia, Switzerland, and Italy—and the enthusiasm of the Vatican and President Juan Perón, Goñi shows how this 'ratline' allowed Adolf Eichmann—the architect of the 'Final Solution'—Josef Mengele, Eric Priebke, and many more into the country.

Both riveting and rigorous, this remarkable investigation sheds vital light on both a disquieting episode in Europe's history, and the ties between Argentinian Catholic Nationalism and Fascist movements in Europe.

The Real Odessa is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding this dark chapter of history and the intriguing dynamics of post-war international relations.

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The Real Odessa by Uki Goñi is praised for its gripping narrative that unveils a compelling true story, akin to fiction, as highlighted by The Times. Both New Statesman and Sunday Telegraph commend its revealing and essential examination of postwar espionage and deceit. The book's historical honesty shines as it exposes one of history's most dishonest episodes, according to Richard Overy in the Sunday Telegraph. Despite challenges, Goñi has bravely and meticulously documented a scandalous chapter of history, as noted by the Guardian. His determination and perseverance in uncovering the truth are acknowledged by both the Morning Star and the Sunday Times, Culture.

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ISBN: 9781783789252

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 368g

Pages: 448

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About the Author

UKI GONI is a journalist and writer based in Argentina. Heregularly contributes to the Guardian and the New YorkReview of Books. He has also been an op-ed columnist forthe New York Times.

PHILIPPE SANDS is Professor of Law at UCL, a practising barrister at Matrix Chambers, and the author manybooks, including the Sunday Times bestselling The Ratlineand East West Street, which won the Baillie Gifford Prizefor Non-Fiction. He is President of English PEN and on theboard of the Hay Festival of Arts and Literature.