In April 1945, as Berlin fell under siege by Allied forces, Adolf Hitler mysteriously disappeared from the public eye. Was it really his end in the Führer's bunker? Or was it the beginning of a carefully planned escape into obscurity? Hoaxes, lies, rumors, falsehoods... the mystery surrounding Hitler's death has generated a welter of theories and speculations that have endured over time, creating a scenario of perplexity and uncertainty. In The Disappearance of Hitler, Fernando del Castillo dives into this tangle of narratives, dismantling myths, fallacies and frauds with his meticulous research. From the most fanciful to the most elaborate theories, the author analyzes each one in detail, revealing the truth behind the speculations. Beyond disproving, Del Castillo offers a historical explanation as to why certain narratives persist in contemporary society: Is it a symptom of societal rarefaction, or a way to keep the ideology of Nazism alive? From morbid fascination to the suggestion of popular interest, this book invites the reader to question and reflect on one of the most enigmatic episodes of the 20th century, the unknown fate of the Nazi leader and his lasting legacy in the collective consciousness. What really happened to Hitler, and how did the world react to his mysterious disappearance?
