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The Himmler Brothers: A German Family History,New
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Once Upon A Time The Himmlers Were Just A Normal German Familymiddleclass, Hardworking, Welleducated. There Were Three Brothers, Gebhart, Heinrich, And Ernst. Heinrich Grew Up To Become The Head Of Hitlers Ss, Mastermind Of The Concentration Camp System, And Chief Perpetrator Of The Holocaust. When Katrin Himmler, Heinrichs Greatniece, Was 15, One Of Her Classmates Asked During A History Lesson If She Was Related To The Himmler. 'Yes,' She Stammered, At Which There Was A Deathly Hush In The Classroom And The Teacher, Embarrassed And Unsure, Quickly Moved The Lesson On. As She Grew Older, Katrin Gave Her Family History A Wide Berth, But Married To An Israeli Whose Family Was Confined To The Warsaw Ghetto And With A Young, Halfjewish Son, She Realized That She Could Not Evade The Past So Easily. Katrin Himmlers Cool But Meticulous Examination Of The Himmler Story Revealsin All Its Dark Complexitythe Gulf Between The 'Normality' Of Bourgeois Family Life And The Horrors Perpetrated By One Member. A More Nuanced Portrait Of Heinrich Himself Emergesnot A Lone Evil Executioner, But A Middleclass Family Man, Loved And Fully Supported By His Respectable German Family.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Himmler Brothers: A German Family History'? A: The main theme of the book is the exploration of the Himmler family's history, particularly focusing on Heinrich Himmler and the stark contrast between their middle-class upbringing and the horrors associated with Heinrich's role in the Holocaust.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Katrin Himmler, who is Heinrich Himmler's great-niece.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on November 1, 2008.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Himmler Brothers' contain? A: The book contains a total of 352 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in historical biographies? A: Yes, this book is categorized as historical and is particularly suitable for readers interested in biographies and family histories related to significant historical events.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, with guaranteed mint quality.
- Q: Does the book provide a nuanced view of Heinrich Himmler? A: Yes, the book presents a more nuanced portrait of Heinrich Himmler, depicting him as a complex individual rather than just a figure of evil.
- Q: What features are included with the purchase of this book? A: Features include new condition, same-day dispatch for orders received before 12 noon, guaranteed packaging, and no-quibble returns.
- Q: Can this book be a helpful resource for understanding the impact of the Holocaust? A: Yes, the book provides insights into the personal and familial context of a key figure in the Holocaust, making it a valuable resource for understanding its impact.