Thoughts on Citino
Hey guys,
this is my first post here.
I finished this book 2 Weeks ago and wanted to share my thoughts and ask for more opinions.
Frankly this book left me kind of unsatisfied especially after reading David Stahels first book on the 1941 campaign (Citinos covers mainly the 1942 campaigns but starts of with the events in 1941). I can’t really explain it that well but Citinos style in terms of writing sometimes feels a bit off (in german i called it „reißerisch“). Furthermore the portrayal of Axis military power was partly different from other books i read especially the Stahel ones. In my opinion he tends to overpower the German military especially through his choice of words and writing style but also just by giving his opinion on their capabilities and „accomplishments“. He explains many of the processes by comparing WW2 Generals to older Prussian Generals/ Leaders and their style of waging war. Don’t get me wrong, it made sense and was interesting to read but i think i had wrong expectations on the book.
All the above is just personal opinion so I would be happy for some takes on the issue and maybe some more suggestions. Please excuse my rather poor language i tried my best :)