58 pages 1 hour read

Erik Larson

In the Garden of Beasts

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2011

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Erik Larson's In the Garden of Beasts is praised for its meticulous research and engrossing narrative, bringing 1930s Berlin vividly to life through the eyes of the American ambassador and his daughter. While critics commend its compelling portrayal of the era's tension, some feel the story loses momentum midway. Overall, it’s a gripping historical account with rich character insights.

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Who Should Read In the Garden of Beasts?

Fans of historical narratives and World War II scholarship will find In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson captivating. Those who enjoyed The Devil in the White City and The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich will appreciate Larson's detailed, novelistic storytelling and intricate depiction of 1930s Berlin.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Period
Holocaust
WWII / World War II
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Guilt
Topics
Politics / Government
History: European
Military / War
Genre
Biography