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Reactionary Modernism: Technology, Culture, and Politics in Weimar and the Third Reich,Used
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In a unique application of critical theory to the study of the role of ideology in politics, Jeffrey Herf explores the paradox inherent in the German fascists' rejection of the rationalism of the Enlightenment while fully embracing modern technology. He documents evidence of a cultural tradition he calls 'reactionary modernism' found in the writings of German engineers and of the major intellectuals of the. Weimar right: Ernst Juenger, Oswald Spengler, Werner Sombart, Hans Freyer, Carl Schmitt, and Martin Heidegger. The book shows how German nationalism and later National Socialism created what Joseph Goebbels, Hitler's propaganda minister, called the 'steellike romanticism of the twentieth century'. By associating technology with the Germans, rather than the Jews, with beautiful form rather than the formlessness of the market, and with a strong state rather than a predominance of economic values and institutions, these rightwing intellectuals reconciled Germany's strength with its romantic soul and national identity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Reactionary Modernism'? A: The main theme of 'Reactionary Modernism' is the exploration of the paradox in German fascists' rejection of Enlightenment rationalism while embracing modern technology. Jeffrey Herf discusses how this ideology influenced politics and culture in Weimar Germany and the Third Reich.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Reactionary Modernism'? A: The author of 'Reactionary Modernism' is Jeffrey Herf, a notable scholar who applies critical theory to analyze the role of ideology in political contexts.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was originally published on May 31, 1986, and was later released in a new edition on January 12, 2008.
- Q: What type of condition is the book available in? A: The book is available in 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is still in a readable state.
- Q: How many pages does 'Reactionary Modernism' have? A: 'Reactionary Modernism' consists of 264 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is bound in paperback, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: What cultural figures are discussed in 'Reactionary Modernism'? A: The book discusses key figures of the Weimar right, including Ernst Juenger, Oswald Spengler, Werner Sombart, Hans Freyer, Carl Schmitt, and Martin Heidegger.
- Q: Is there any specific ideology that the book focuses on? A: Yes, the book focuses on a cultural tradition termed 'reactionary modernism', which involves the interplay of technology, nationalism, and ideological narratives in early 20th century Germany.
- Q: What insights can be gained from the book regarding German nationalism? A: The book provides insights into how German nationalism and later National Socialism reconciled the embrace of modern technology with a romanticized national identity.
- Q: Does the book include critical analysis of historical events? A: Yes, it includes a critical analysis of the relationships between technology, culture, and politics in the context of the Weimar Republic and the Third Reich.