The Memoirs of Felix Kersten is a non-fiction book written by Herma Briffault. It is a biographical account of the life of Felix Kersten, a Finnish-born masseur who became famous for his work with Heinrich Himmler, the head of the SS during World War II. The book is based on Kersten's own memoirs, as well as interviews with people who knew him, and other historical documents.The book begins with Kersten's early life in Finland, where he trained as a masseur and became interested in alternative medicine. It then follows his ...
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The Memoirs of Felix Kersten is a non-fiction book written by Herma Briffault. It is a biographical account of the life of Felix Kersten, a Finnish-born masseur who became famous for his work with Heinrich Himmler, the head of the SS during World War II. The book is based on Kersten's own memoirs, as well as interviews with people who knew him, and other historical documents.The book begins with Kersten's early life in Finland, where he trained as a masseur and became interested in alternative medicine. It then follows his journey to Germany, where he set up his own practice and began treating high-profile clients, including Himmler.The bulk of the book focuses on Kersten's work with Himmler, which began in 1941 when the SS leader was suffering from severe stomach pains. Kersten's massages provided Himmler with relief, and he became a regular patient. Over time, Kersten used his position to negotiate with Himmler on behalf of the Finnish government, securing the release of Finnish prisoners and improving conditions for Finnish soldiers fighting on the Eastern Front.The book also delves into Kersten's personal life, including his relationships with women and his involvement in the Finnish resistance. It concludes with his post-war life, including his trial for war crimes and his eventual move to Sweden, where he lived until his death in 1960.Overall, The Memoirs of Felix Kersten provides a fascinating insight into the life of a man who played a key role in one of the most tumultuous periods of modern history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in World War II, the Holocaust, or the history of alternative medicine.This is a new release of the original 1947 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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