Crete

First published in 1991 to coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of the battle, and drawing on new sources and accounts from key participants, Crete chronicles in detail one of the most dramatic stories of the Second World War. Antony Beevor, with a soldier's eye and a historian's insight, accurately recreates the Battle of Crete campaign, the Greek surrender, and the Cretan resistance of 1941 and 1945. He dissects some of the most important figures of the conflict, revealing their accomplishments and exposing their follies. More than a military account, Crete is a fascinating story of unusual individuals living at the extremes of courage.