Events

The World War II History Book Discussion Group will discuss Armageddon: The Battle for Germany 1944-1945 by Max Hastings (Vintage, $18).  In September 1944, the Allies believed that Hitler's army was beaten and expected the bloodshed to end by Christmas. Yet a series of mistakes and setbacks drastically altered this timetable and led to eight more months of brutal fighting. Hastings gives memorable accounts of the great battles and captures their human impact on soldiers and civilians. He tells the story of both the Eastern and Western Fronts, raising provocative questions and offering vivid portraits of the great leaders.