The Second World War began with a metallic roar as the German blitzkrieg spread across Europe, featuring the most terrifying weapon of the 20th century, the tank. No German tank embodies the thunderous power better than the famous Tiger.

The author, himself a tank commander, immerses the reader in the battle, the blood, the smoke, the mud, and the gunpowder, elements very familiar to the elite fighting forces of the time. Otto Carius was one of the most successful tank commanders during World War II, destroying more than 150 enemy tanks throughout his remarkable career.

For his bravery during WWII, he was awarded the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves. The book, which was originally intended to be published only among Carius's fellow soldiers, has had multiple editions. It contains 72 photographs from the author's archive.