Interview with Hitler: An Educational Parody

by M.S. King

206 Pages / 500 Illustrations
The following "interview", though obviously a fictional event, accurately portrays what the ghost of Adolf Hitler would say in his defense if he could be interviewed today. His "answers" to WCBC talk-show host Ogre Winfield’s questions are mostly based upon an extensive and careful reading of his writings and speeches from 1921-1945, as well as those of his inner circle and others who knew him and survived the war.

One is at liberty to reflexively dismiss the veracity or accuracy of Hitler's version of events if one so chooses. However, what cannot be disputed is Hitler's responses to Ogre’s questions truly represent what he would say if such an interview could take place. Indeed, some of Hitler's answers are direct quotes taken from his own speeches and writings. So if Hitler’s account does not please you, take it up with him.

In regard to the fictional Ogre’s reaction, admittedly "artistic license" was taken there. But as for the portrayal of Hitler’s point of view, there can be no dispute. If such a made-for-TV event were possible, it would surely be the most watched show in broadcast history. You know you would watch it! Now, here is your chance.
Don't let the whimsical setting of Interview with Hitler distract you too much, for this is utterly serious and scholarly history. For a more in-depth and fully sourced understanding of World War II, The Bad War (also by M S King) is recommended as a companion book to Interview with Hitler.
Enjoy the show.

207 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 11, 2016

About the author

M. S. King is a private investigative journalist and researcher based in the New York City area. A 1987 graduate of Rutgers University, King's subsequent 30 year career in Marketing & Advertising has equipped him with a unique perspective when it comes to understanding how "public opinion" is indeed scientifically manufactured. Madison Ave marketing acumen combines with 'City Boy' instincts to make M.S. King one of the most tenacious detectors of "things that don't add up" in the world today.

Reviews

[Alyssia Cooke · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is essentially an alternate history written by a Hitler apologist. It doesn't attempt to offer reasoned debate; instead, the word of Hitler is accepted at all points. Yes sir, no sir, you are great and I was wrong, sir. It isn't a parody; I have an inkling that the author was all too serious and let's face it, parodies are funny. It's barely an interview; the interviewer does nothing more meaningful than eating random crap and bowing and scraping. Yes sir... It possibly passes the bar for educational...maybe, but it's debatable; the author did include valid quotes that I had not seen before.

I feel slightly nauseated however having finished this but that alone isn't the reason for my rating. Let me be brutally honest. I was bored. Bored and nauseated and that is not a combination of words I ever thought I would use in a review. Heaven help me. This is an onslaught of dates, times, places, facts. I have read textbooks that are more engrossing; I have certainly read academic literature more engaging. This reads like a dry 70's textbook interspersed with random text message-esque inserts from somebody trying to be 'hip' or something.

[Robin Case · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is at the intersection of propaganda and history. The question is interesting, what would Hitler answer in a modern interview? What would history say if the NAZI had won WW2? This is not an appropriate beginners book. This is not an appropriate ending book. Definitely not appropriate for the easily offended. It is a quick, casual read with an interesting perspective on What Happened. If facts matter to you, all the facts important to you should be validated with reliable sources. I found the section on the Big Lie to be of particular interest. People are more likely to believe a big lie, because they don't expect anyone who have that kind of nerve to lie about something that big or important.