The Man with Miraculous Hands: The Incredible Story of Himmler's Physician Who Saved Thousands of Lives

Dr. Felix Kersten, a Finnish physician, was introduced to Heinrich Himmler in 1938. He was able to cure Himmler of his stomach cramps and was celebrated across Europe for his work. However, his historical legacy is not flawless, and a new introduction by Norman Ohler addresses the more exaggerated claims of Kersten. The book sheds a new light on the darkest days of the twentieth century and provides a new way of viewing the history of the Second World War.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 09 March 2023
Publisher: Elliott & Thompson Limited

The incredible story of Heinrich Himmler's physician who saved thousands of lives is presented in a new edition, with a fresh introduction by bestselling author Norman Ohler. This book delves into the life of Dr. Felix Kersten, a Finnish physician who met Himmler in 1938, before the outbreak of the Second World War. Kersten was the only person who could cure Himmler of his crippling stomach cramps, and he worked on Himmler's vanity and gratitude to save the lives of thousands of people. His efforts were celebrated across Europe, culminating in Joseph Kessels 1961 bestseller, "The Man with Miraculous Hands."

However, Kersten's historical legacy is not without its flaws. In a new introduction by Norman Ohler, the author addresses the historical legacy of Kersten's more exaggerated claims and questions why a man who had done so much good would risk damaging that reputation. The book also sheds a new light on the deranged atmosphere in Himmler's court, where paranoia and vicious rivalries reigned.

"The Man with Miraculous Hands" is an extraordinarily revealing portrayal of the darkest days of the twentieth century. It offers a new way of viewing the history of the Second World War, one that goes beyond the simple idea of heroes and villains. The story of Kersten's life gives us a deeper understanding of the complexities of the period and the individuals who played a role in shaping it.

This new edition of "The Man with Miraculous Hands" is a must-read for anyone interested in history, World War II, and the Holocaust. It provides a fresh perspective on a remarkable story that has been overlooked for too long.

Weight: 478g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783966936