The Routledge History of the HolocaustJonathan C. Friedman The genocide of Jewish and non-Jewish civilians perpetrated by the German regime during World War Two continues to confront scholars with elusive questions even after nearly seventy years and hundreds of studies. This multi-contributory work is a landmark publication that sees experts renowned in their field addressing these questions in light of current research. A comprehensive introduction to the history of the Holocaust, this volume has 42 chapters which add important depth to the academic study of the Holocaust, both geographically and topically. The chapters address such diverse issues as:
This important collection will be essential reading for all those interested in the history of the Holocaust. |
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GERMANYS RACIAL WAR IN POLAND AND THE SOVIET UNION 193941 | 113 |
THE FINAL SOLUTION IN EUROPE | 203 |
THE RESPONSES FROM VICTIMS BYSTANDERS AND RESCUERS | 303 |
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