Bartov, Omer

Anatomy of a Genocide: The Life and Death of a Town Called Buczacz

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ISBN 13:: 9781451684544
author:: Bartov, Omer
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Simon & Schuster
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 416
Dimensions:: 21.3 x 14 x 3 centimetres (0.37
Genre:: History, General, History
Condition:: New
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Anatomy of a Genocide: The Life and Death of a Town Called Buczacz by Omer Bartov is a thought-provoking exploration of the origins of genocide, shedding light on the complex and often overlooked processes that lead to such atrocities. Bartov, whose mother was raised in the town of Buczacz, which is now part of Ukraine, spent over two decades researching the region, uncovering thousands of documents that shed new light on this dark period in history. The book reveals that ethnic cleansing is not a sudden or dramatic event, but rather a gradual process that can begin with seemingly minor incidents and escalate into mass murder. Bartov's meticulous research and analysis expose the often-overlooked role of ordinary people, including neighbors, friends, and family members, in perpetuating violence and hatred. Through his work, Bartov provides a nuanced and cautionary examination of how genocide can take root at the local level, highlighting the importance of understanding the complex web of factors that contribute to such atrocities.

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