“Mitchell’s book is a highly recommendable, short mise au point.” • The Historian“The debate about German occupation, French collaboration and resistance, and the relationship between the German military elite and the political leadership of the Nazis during the Second World War will continue, but this volume allows access to a unique and outstanding source, written by an equally remarkable and controversial writer at an extraordinary moment.” • German History“Mitchell’s concise, informative, and clearly written essay is a fine pendant to his Nazi Past, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a critical, yet deeply patriotic German writer.” • French Review“[This book] impresses with its thoroughness, insight, and balanced analysis.” • H-Soz-u-Kult