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Account Rendered: A Dossier on my Former Self,Used
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Account Rendered was first published in Germany in 1963 as Fazit: Kein Rechtfertigungsversuch or Account Rendered: No attempt at justification. Maschmann wrote to Hannah Arendt that her intent in writing this memoir was to help her former Nazi colleagues think about their actions, and to help others ?better understand? why people like her had been drawn to Hitler.Written as a letter to an unnamed Jewish girl, this memoir details the trajectory of a sociallyconscious, welleducated, middleclass girl as she joins the Hitler Youth, supervises the eviction of Polish farmers from their land and works in the high echelons of Nazi press and propaganda. Arrested in 1945 at the age of 33, Maschmann completed mandatory deNazification and became a freelance journalist.This edition includes a new introduction explaining how the Publishers identified Maschmann?s high school Jewish friend, Marianne Schweitzer Burkenroad, born in 1918 and located her in California. In an afterword, she recounts for the first time her friendship with Maschmann and her reactions to Account Rendered.?[Account Rendered is an] important document of its time [...] I have the impression that you are totally sincere, otherwise I wouldn?t have written back to you.? letter from Hannah Arendt to Melita Maschmann?[A] soulsearching record in which [Melita Maschmann] attempts to state and understand her guilt as a Nazi... her account here is intelligent and convincing.? Kirkus Reviews?There weren?t a lot of books by former Nazis in the Sixties. I found in [Account Rendered] someone who had been overtaken by history, was struggling to make sense of what no longer made sense, and to understand why it had once done so. In other books, the Jews were an abstraction. For Maschmann, the Jews were neighbors and friends, which complicated the process of dehumanization that she participated in. The memoir seemed believable and honest in ways that other testimonies from the defeated did not.? Arthur Samuelson, former EditorinChief, Schocken Books?Melita Maschmann?s candid [book], subtitled ?No attempt at justification,? is a valuable study of the political seduction of youthful zeal? Der Spiegel
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Account Rendered: A Dossier on my Former Self'? A: The main theme of 'Account Rendered' revolves around self-reflection and the exploration of guilt experienced by Melita Maschmann as a former member of the Nazi regime. It delves into her personal journey, experiences, and the societal influences that led her to align with Hitler's ideologies.
- Q: Who is the author of the book and what is her background? A: The author of 'Account Rendered' is Melita Maschmann, who was a journalist and a member of the Nazi regime. She was involved in the Hitler Youth and later worked in Nazi propaganda before being arrested in 1945.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this memoir? A: Readers interested in historical accounts of Nazi Germany, studies on guilt and accountability, and those seeking personal narratives related to the impact of totalitarian regimes would find this memoir particularly insightful.
- Q: Is there an introduction or afterword in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes a new introduction and an afterword. The introduction explains how the publisher located Maschmann’s Jewish friend, and the afterword recounts the friend's reflections on her relationship with Maschmann.
- Q: How many pages does 'Account Rendered' contain? A: 'Account Rendered' contains a total of 294 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'Account Rendered' was published on May 24, 2016.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Does the book offer insights into the author's guilt and reflection? A: Yes, the book provides a candid examination of Melita Maschmann's guilt and her attempts to understand her past actions within the context of her upbringing and societal pressures.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews or endorsements for this memoir? A: Yes, the book has received several notable reviews, including praise for its sincerity and depth. Critics have highlighted its importance as a document of its time and a valuable study of political seduction.
- Q: Can this book be used as a resource for understanding the psychology of former Nazis? A: Yes, 'Account Rendered' serves as a resource for understanding the psychological complexities faced by individuals who were part of the Nazi regime, particularly in terms of guilt, justification, and the struggle to reconcile their past.