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In Times Of Crisis: Essays On European Culture, Germans, And Jews,Used
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The Nineteenth And Twentiethcentury Relationship Between European Culture, German History, And The Jewish Experience Produced Some Of The Wests Most Powerful And Enduring Intellectual Creationsand, Perhaps In Subtly Paradoxical And Interrelated Ways, Our Centurys Darkest Genocidal Moments. In Times Of Crisis Explores The Flashpoints Of This Vexed Relationship, Mapping The Coordinates Of A Complex Triangular Encounter Of Immense Historical Import.In Essays That Range From The Question Of Nietzsches Legacy To The Controversy Over Daniel Goldhagens Hitlers Willing Executioners, The Distinguished Historian Steven E. Aschheim Presents This Encounter As An Ongoing Dialogue Between Two Evolving Cultural Identities. He Touches On Past Dimensions Of This Exchange (Such As The Politics Of Weimar Germany) And On Present Dilemmas Of Grasping And Representing It (Such As The Israeli Discourse On The Holocaust). His Work Inevitably Traces The Roots And Ramifications Of Nazism But At The Same Time Brings Into Focus Historical Circumstances And Contemporary Issues Often Overshadowed Or Distorted By The Holocaust.These Essays Reveal The Ubiquitous Charged Inscriptions Of Nazi Genocide Within Our Own Culture And Illuminate The Projects Of Some Later Thinkers And Historiansfrom Hannah Arendt To George Mosse To Saul Friedlanderwho Have Wrestled With Its Problematics And Sought To Capture Its Essence. From The Broadly Historical To The Personal, From The Politics Of Weimar Germany To The Experience Of Growing Up German Jewish In South Africa, The Essays Expand Our Understanding Of German Jewish History In Particular, But Also Of Historical Processes In General.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'In Times of Crisis'? A: 'In Times of Crisis' explores the complex relationship between European culture, German history, and the Jewish experience, particularly in the context of historical events such as the Holocaust.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Steven E. Aschheim, a distinguished historian known for his work on German Jewish history.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 280 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'In Times of Crisis' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'In Times of Crisis' published? A: The book was published on March 30, 2000.
- Q: What kind of essays are included in the book? A: The book includes essays that cover a range of topics, from historical perspectives on Nazi Germany to personal reflections on growing up Jewish in South Africa.
- Q: Does the book touch upon modern issues related to its themes? A: Yes, the book addresses contemporary dilemmas in understanding the historical relationship between German culture and Jewish identity, including discussions around the Holocaust.
- Q: Is there a specific historical focus in the essays? A: The essays focus on various historical aspects, including the politics of Weimar Germany and the implications of Nazi genocide on contemporary culture.
- Q: Are there any notable thinkers mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book references various influential thinkers and historians such as Hannah Arendt, George Mosse, and Saul Friedlander.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the historical processes of German Jewish history and the cultural implications of the Holocaust.