War and Genocide: A Concise History of the Holocaust
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263
Book • Nonfiction
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World War IIEurope • 1930s-1940s
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Politics & Government•
Power & Greed•
Education•
Military & War2002
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Adult
18+ years
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War and Genocide by Doris L. Bergen presents a chronological history of World War II and the Holocaust, focusing on the human experiences of both victims and perpetrators. It starts with post-World War I conditions in Germany, Hitler's rise to power, the establishment and expansion of concentration camps, and the increased severity of Nazi brutality. The narrative culminates with the genocide's peak, the Allies' resistance, and the Nazi regime's downfall in 1945. The book includes graphic descriptions of mass violence and discussions of extreme forms of prejudice.
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Doris L. Bergen's War and Genocide is widely praised for its comprehensive and accessible exploration of the Holocaust within the broader context of World War II. Critics commend its clarity and depth, yet some note it could delve deeper into certain events and perspectives. Despite this, it remains a valuable resource for both students and scholars.
Who Should Read War and Genocide?
Readers intrigued by WWII, the Holocaust, and human rights studies will find War and Genocide compelling. Comparable to Night by Elie Wiesel and Ordinary Men by Christopher R. Browning, it appeals to those seeking scholarly yet accessible narratives on historical atrocities and the complexities of human behavior in wartime.
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The dictator of Germany and central figure of the Nazi Party, responsible for the genocides during World War II.
The Soviet leader during World War II, whose strategic decisions influenced the course of the conflict and shifted alliances.
A leading figure in the Nazi regime who orchestrated key aspects of the Holocaust as head of the SS.
The Reich Minister of Propaganda and a committed member of Hitler’s inner circle, known for his loyalty and ideological fervor.
A key military leader under Hitler, responsible for the Luftwaffe and a prominent figure in the Nazi Party's hierarchy.
An early Nazi Party member who played a significant role in building up the Stormtroopers but was later purged during Operation Hummingbird.
The president of Germany before the rise of the Nazi regime, who appointed Hitler as chancellor, significantly impacting German politics.
A political philosopher whose concept of the "banality of evil" is influential in the study of Holocaust perpetrators.
A former Hitler Youth officer who later provided personal accounts of life in Nazi Germany and engaged in educational dialogues post-war.
263
Book • Nonfiction
•
World War IIEurope • 1930s-1940s
•
Politics & Government•
Power & Greed•
Education•
Military & War2002
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Adult
18+ years
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