Behind the scenes of the war. Stalin, Nazis and the West | Laurence Rees

About the book "Behind the scenes of the war. Stalin, Nazis and the West"

Laurence Rhys's Behind the Scenes of the War is an in-depth study of the relationship between Joseph Stalin and the Western Allies during World War II, and the consequences that relationship had for Eastern Europe after the conflict ended. Drawing on eyewitness accounts and newly discovered archival materials, Laurence Rees proposes a rethinking of our understanding of the effects of war on this part of the world.

The book focuses on the fateful decisions and secret agreements that led to the long-term Soviet occupation of the countries of Eastern Europe, in particular Ukraine. After the fall of the Nazi regime, millions of people did not experience the expected freedom, but only came under the control of a new tyrant - Stalin. This discovery sheds light on the complex political decisions and dilemmas faced by Stalin, Churchill and Roosevelt during the war and their impact on the post-war world order.

Why you should read the book "Behind the scenes of the war":
- Reveals secret agreements: The book documents important decisions and hidden agreements that made possible the development of the war and affected the future of Europe.
- Historical portraits of leaders: The author presents comprehensive portraits of Stalin, Churchill and Roosevelt, analyzing their actions and decisions through the prism of personal relationships and international politics.
- Rethinking the Aftermath of War: The book offers a new perspective on the aftermath of World War II for Eastern Europe, showing how Soviet occupation replaced Nazi tyranny.

About Laurence Rees
Laurence Rhys is a British historian and writer, the author of numerous books on Nazism, the Holocaust and World War II. He is a former Head of History Projects at BBC TV and has won prestigious awards including a Peabody Award, a British Book Award, a BAFTA and two Emmy Awards.