The Holocaust: Causes
Published on 19. October 2000
Book
Hardback
64 pages
978-0-7502-2772-8 (ISBN)
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Description
This book looks at the history of European anti-semitism and how this was exploited by the Nazis - leading to a systematic programme of persecution and ultimately the Final Solution. It discusses the myriad and complex causes of the holocaust, posing question such as: Was it driven by ancient racial prejudice or by the political and economic trauma Germany suffered after the First World War? Were the German people peculiarly susceptible to fascism? and, How important was the Allies' reluctance to intervene on behalf of the Jews?
Reviews / Votes
The origins of the Holocaust are admirably traced in this detailed, accessible account [...] a highly readable introduction for anyone with an interest in the events of the Second World War. -- Manchester Evening News, 27 Jan 01 These two books put the Holocaust ito historical context without losing its unique horror [...] There will always be an important place for in-depth treatment of this quality in any school. -- TES, 12 Jan 01 The author's frankness in confronting such a wide range of difficult issues within a consistently accessible writing style is impressive. This series is one of the best treatments of this important and difficult topic available to schools. -- TES, 29 June 01 A model of lucidity [...] Although none of the horror of what was done is concealed, it is neither dwelt upon nor manipulated for effect. -- BfK, no 127 March 01More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hodder Arnold
Target group
Children/juvenile
Professional and scholarly
College/higher education
Young adult
Illustrations
b/w and colour photos
Dimensions
Height: 10 mm
Width: 174 mm
Thickness: 195 mm
Weight
332 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7502-2772-8 (9780750227728)
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Person
Pat Levy is a teacher and the author of many books for children and young people, including titles on ancient and modern history and on the different cultures of the world. She has a personal interest in the history of the Jews and in the tragic events that took place in Europe sixty years ago.