A Frozen Hell
The Russo-Finnish Winter War of 1939-1940

The Winter War of 1939-40 is a true-life David-and-Goliath story that would have seemed impossible if it hadn’t actually happened. When the armies of Stalin’s Soviet Union invaded Finland in late November of 1939, any outside observer might have concluded that Finland was doomed. Yet the “gallant li......more

This is a compelling read, actually a reread, as I first read this book back in the 90s ( it was published in 1991). Reading it in February 2022, one can't help but think of the ongoing Russian military build-up against a neighboring country, in this case, Ukraine. We can only hope Ukraine shows cou......more

My little brother has been telling me for years that I should read this book. He told me it would make me want to be Finn for a day. After reading about how cold it was during the war between the Finns and the Soviets in 1939, I don’t think I want to be a Finn (burr!), but I do admire them. A lot. T......more

This book could actually be called: The Mouse that Roared. The big large neighbor wants bits of Finland and Finland doesn't want to give up the land that they have. This one sided appearing conflict turned everything on its head and the world took noticed and stood behind Finland in unity for a time......more