Hitler / David Welch.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Welch, David.

Series:

Introductions to history

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Hitler, Adolf, 1889-1945.

Hitler, Adolf.

National socialism--Germany--History.

National socialism.

History.

Germany--History--1933-45.

Germany.

Physical Description:

vii, 123 pages ; 22 cm.

Place of Publication:

London : UCL Press, 1998.

Summary:

This accessible work presents the historiographical debate surrounding Hitler and his role in the Third Reich in unambiguous terms. By focusing on the personality of Hitler, his ideas, and the nature of his power, the author tackles issues that are central to any understanding of National Socialism. What was the appeal of Nazism and how far was its growing popularity during the Weimar Republic due to Hitler? The basis of Hilter's charismatic authority and its endurance throughout the Third Reich is examined within a chronological framework. The Fuhrer State, Hilter's role in bringing about the Second World War and his responsibility for the Holocaust are all explored and debated. An extensive bibliography guides students through the large secondary literature now available. This thought-provoking book will prove an essential primer for students of Nazi Germany.

Contents:

1. The young ideologue 5

2. Gaining power 24

3. The Fuhrer state 34

4. Hitler's road to war 57

5. Hitler and the Holocaust 76

Timeline 101.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 107-117) and index.

ISBN:

1857285093

OCLC:

40261132