Anti-Semitism & the Holocaust

by Alan Farmer

This new edition of Anti-Semitism and the Holocaust covers the origins of anti-Semitism from the nineteenth century, and traces the events that took place in Germany from 1933 to 1945. The anti-Semitic views of Hitler are analyzed as is the means by which these views shaped the racial state in the Third Reich. The impact of the Second World War and the events which led ultimately to the Final Solution are then assessed.

All of these events are also considered within the wider historiographical debates which have surrounded this period of history, from questions on who should ultimately bear the blame, to issues of Holocaust denial.

Throughout the book, key dates, terms and issues are highlighted, and historical interpretations of key debates are outlined. Summary diagrams are included to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the period, and exam-style questions and tips written by examiners provide the opportunity to develop exam skills.

Genres: History

178 pages, Paperback

First published April 30, 1998

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

For anyone studying Anti-Semitism for AS History Unit 2 this helps to add to any previous knowledge

[Wilde Sky · Rating 4 out of 5]

An analysis of the holocaust – it perpetrators and victims (Jews, gypsies, etc.) are presented in this book.

I found this to be an interesting book full of information. As it was written for ‘AS / A level’ students it contained mainly high level facts looking at the broad picture and I felt it lost some of the human tragedy.