Joachim C Fest

Joachim C. Fest (1926–2006) was a renowned German historian, journalist, critic, and editor best known for his influential biography of Adolf Hitler and his extensive writings on Nazi Germany, Albert Speer, and the German Resistance. He was a leading figure in post-war German historical debates and served as an editor for the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung for two decades. His works, including 'Hitler' and 'Speer: The Final Verdict', have been translated into numerous languages and remain standard references on the subject.