Ian Kershaw's book "Hitler 1889-1936: Hubris" explores Adolf Hitler's rise from a peculiar outsider to an authoritarian leader. With significant skill and vividness, Kershaw recreates the world that initially hindered and then supported Hitler in his youth, from his early years to the initial successes of the Nazi party. As the seemingly dismal imagination of being Germany's savior gained more supporters, Kershaw perfectly depicts why so many Germans admired him or felt powerless to resist him.

Many critics have praised this work, calling it "the Hitler biography for the 21st century," and recognize Kershaw's ability to combine narrative with rigorous historical research. The work explores Hitler's unique personality and places his struggle and rise within the context of studied history.

Ian Kershaw has other books, including "Hitler 1936-1945: Nemesis," "Making Friends with Hitler," "Fateful Choices: Ten Decisions that Changed the World 1940-44," and "The End: Hitler's Germany 1944-45." His work "Hitler 1936-1945: Nemesis" has received awards such as the Wolfson History Prize and the Bruno Kreisky Prize in Austria for Political Book of the Year.

Pages: 880, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm