Haffner, Sebastian
Defying Hitler: A Memoir
- ISBN 13:
- 9781842126608
- author:
- Haffner, Sebastian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W&N
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.7 cm
- Genre:
- Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Defying Hitler: A Memoir by Sebastian Haffner This memoir offers a unique perspective on the rise of Nazism in Germany, as experienced by the author, a non-Jewish German who emigrated to England in 1938. The book spans from 1914 to 1933, tracing the author's own generation's journey towards seduction by Hitler and Nazism. Haffner's account is a portrait of his own experiences and those of his friends, shedding light on the factors that led to the German people's susceptibility to the regime. The author explores the lack of outlets for self-expression in Germany, which created a climate of mass psychosis, and how Hitler provided a much-needed outlet for excitement and action. By examining the upheaval of post-WWI revolution, factionalism, and inflation, Haffner provides a nuanced understanding of how the German people became enamored with Nazism. This memoir is a thought-provoking exploration of a pivotal period in history, offering valuable insights into the complexities of human psychology and the rise of totalitarianism.