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Very Good- 0352322144. With plates. Pages slightly yellowed as normal for age. Old price label on front cover. Slight creasing to spine. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners.; "My Father Rudolf Hess" by Wolf Rüdiger Hess is a deeply personal and controversial account of the life of Rudolf Hess, Adolf Hitler's deputy and a prominent figure in the Nazi regime. Written by his son, Wolf Rüdiger Hess, the book provides an intimate perspective on his father's actions, imprisonment, and legacy. The narrative delves into Rudolf Hess's mysterious solo flight to Scotland in 1941, an attempt to negotiate peace during World War II, which led to his capture and lifelong imprisonment. Wolf Rüdiger Hess explores his father's motivations, character, and the circumstances surrounding his imprisonment in Spandau Prison, where he was held until his death in 1987. The book argues against the official narrative of Hess's suicide, suggesting foul play and offering an alternative viewpoint on his father's death. It combines personal anecdotes, historical analysis, and a son's quest to clear his father's name. While the book is inevitably subjective, it provides a unique glimpse into the personal and political complexities of one of the most enigmatic figures of the Third Reich. Wolf Rüdiger Hess (1937-2001) was a German architect and the son of Rudolf Hess, Adolf Hitler's deputy. Born in Munich, he spent much of his life advocating for the release of his father from Spandau Prison, where Rudolf Hess was held following his solo flight to Scotland in 1941. Wolf Rüdiger Hess authored several works defending his father and challenging the circumstances of his death in 1987. His writings reflect a personal mission to rehabilitate his father's image and question the official historical accounts. Through his books, including "My Father Rudolf Hess, " Wolf Rüdiger Hess offered a unique and controversial perspective on a significant historical figure.; 12mo; 410 pages.