The book "Pius XII and the Third Reich" by Saul Friedländer offers an in-depth analysis of the controversial papacy of Pius XII during World War II. It sheds light on the complex questions surrounding the role of the Catholic Church during the Nazi era and the moral dilemmas faced by the Pope. Friedländer examines whether Pius XII was compelled to remain silent about the persecution of the Jews for understandable reasons or whether he failed to take a stand against injustice. The book gathers important historical sources and provides an essential foundation for anyone wishing to form their own judgment about the role of the Catholic Church during this dark period. A current afterword by the Peace Prize laureate adds to the discussion of the controversies that continue to this day.