This is the personal account of Ernst Hanfstaengl. He had American and German parents, and was thus educated in America. He actually graduated from Harvard, and ran the family business in New York for several years before returning to Germany to open up a business there. He went to hear Hitler speak and became infatuated with the man and ideals. He even served as foreign press secretary for a while. He became estranged due to machinations from other leading Nazi officials. I like these personal accounts by former Nazi Party officials and members. This was an interesting book, not only for the personal information about the author but the inside view of other leaders.