Gerwarth, Robert
November 1918: The German Revolution (Making of the Modern World)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199546473
- author:
- Gerwarth, Robert
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 21.7 x 14.4 x 3.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Germany,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The German Revolution of November 1918 is a pivotal event in modern German history that has been largely overlooked outside of Germany. Gerwarth challenges this perception, arguing that the revolution was not a failure, but rather a significant turning point in the country's development. By examining the events of 1918 and the subsequent rise of the Nazis, Gerwarth sheds new light on the fundamental changes that took place in Germany during this period. The revolution's impact on German politics and society is a subject of ongoing debate among historians. Gerwarth's work provides a nuanced understanding of the complex factors that contributed to the revolution's success, and how it laid the groundwork for the country's future. This book offers a fresh perspective on a significant moment in modern history, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the subject. By exploring the events of 1918 and their aftermath, Gerwarth provides a detailed and insightful account of the German Revolution.