Twelve Days is a riveting day-by-day account of the defining moment of the Cold War—the inspiring but brutally crushed Hungarian Uprising. Victor Sebestyen; a journalist whose own family fled Hungary; gives us a totally fresh account; incorporating newly released official documents; his family's diaries; and eyewitness testimony. We witness the thrilling first days when—armed only with a few rifles; petrol bombs; and desperate courage—the people of Budapest rose up against their Soviet masters and nearly succeeded. As the world watched in amazement; it looked as though the Hungarians might humble the Soviet empire. But the Soviets were willing to resort to brutal lengths—and; sadly; the West was prepared to let them. Dramatic; vivid; and authoritative; Twelve Days adds immeasurably to our understanding of this historic event and reminds us of the unquenchable human desire for freedom.
#184433 in Books Gordon Stewart 2009-01-06 2009-01-06Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.25 x .63 x 5.50l; .55 #File Name: 030681739X256 pagesWhen Asia Was the World Traveling Merchants Scholars Warriors and Monks Who Created the Riches of the East
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