The Third Reich in Power, 1933 - 1939

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How the Nazis Won Over the Hearts and Minds of a Nation

By Richard J. Evans

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The Third Reich in Power, 1933 - 1939 by Richard J. Evans chronicles the transformation of Germany under Nazi rule. It examines how the regime reshaped German society, economy, and culture, detailing the mechanisms of power and control that led to widespread compliance and complicity. The book provides a thorough exploration of the period leading up to World War II.
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You might like this book if you're interested in the intricate history of Nazi Germany during its rise to power and how it transformed society before World War II. The book offers a detailed examination of political, social, and cultural changes under the Nazi regime.

The Third Reich in Power, 1933 - 1939

Before Hitler seized power in 1933, Germany had been famous for its sophistication and complexity. So how was it possible for a group of ideological obsessives to re-mould it into a one-party state directed at war and race hate? This title explores how Hitler turned Germany from a vibrant democracy into a one-party state.

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The Third Reich in Power, 1933 - 1939 by Richard J. Evans details the harrowing transformation of Germany under Nazi rule, following Adolf Hitler's ascension to power in 1933 through to the precipice of World War II in 1939. This compelling narrative unveils the chilling mechanisms through which the Nazis subverted a sophisticated society into a dictatorship entrenched in war and racial hatred.

Richard J. Evans meticulously examines how the Nazi regime systematically dismantled the democratic structures of the Weimar Republic and instituted a totalitarian state. Delving into various facets of German life, he illustrates how the regime infiltrated and controlled every aspect of society, from the judicial and education systems to the economy, religious institutions, and cultural outputs. The book paints a detailed picture of how the Nazis manipulated law and order, exploited scientific research, and propagated their ideology through every available channel, effectively winning over the hearts and minds of many German citizens.

Evans's narrative is not just a chronological recounting of events but a profound analysis that draws on a vast array of research. The book blends vivid description with incisive analysis, creating a comprehensive portrayal of a society consumed by paranoia, hatred, and ambition. The spread of Nazi influence is meticulously detailed, showing how they redefined societal norms and values to fit their vision of a racially pure and militaristic nation.

The Third Reich in Power stands as an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of one of history's most infamous regimes. Through rigorous scholarship and engaging prose, Richard J. Evans provides invaluable insights into how an ideology, once deemed fringe, could rise to dominate a nation and drive it towards unprecedented aggression and horror. This book is a testament to the chilling power of totalitarianism and a stark reminder of the vigilance required to safeguard democratic institutions.

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The Third Reich in Power, 1933 - 1939 by Richard J. Evans is widely acclaimed for its meticulous research and detailed portrayal of the Nazi regime's consolidation of power. Reviewers commend Evans for his clear, engaging writing and comprehensive analysis, though some note the content's heavy and disturbing nature. Overall, it's considered an essential read for understanding this critical period in modern history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141009766

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 May 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 960

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About the Author

Richard J. Evans is one of the world's leading historians of modern Germany. He was born in London in 1947. From 2008 to 2014 he was Regius Professor of History at Cambridge University, and from 2010 to 2017 President of Wolfson College, Cambridge. He served as Provost of Gresham College in the City of London from 2014 to 2020. In 1994 he was awarded the Hamburg Medal for Art and Science for cultural services to the city, and in 2015 received the British Academy Leverhulme Medal, awarded every three years for a significant contribution to the Humanities or Social Sciences. In 2000 he was the principal expert witness in the David Irving Holocaust Denial libel trial at the High Court in London, subsequently the subject of the film Denial. His books include Death in Hamburg (winner of the Wolfson History Prize), In Defence of History, The Coming of the Third Reich, The Third Reich in Power, and The Third Reich at War. His book The Pursuit of Power- Europe 1815-1914, volume 7 of the Penguin History of Europe, was published in 2016. His most recent books are Eric Hobsbawm- A Life in History (2019) and The Hitler Conspiracies- The Third Reich and the Paranoid Imagination (2020). In 2012 he was knighted for services to scholarship.