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Germany: Jekyll and Hyde : an eyewitness analysis of Nazi Germany

Germany: Jekyll and Hyde: an eyewitness analysis of Nazi Germany is a comprehensive examination of the Nazi era, utilizing firsthand accounts to provide a nuanced understanding of the period. The book explores the contradictions and complexities of the regime, comparing its public face with its more sinister undercurrents. It examines the societal changes brought about by the Nazi government, the role of the German people, and the international response to the rise of fascism. The author's use of the Jekyll and Hyde metaphor highlights the duality of the era, illustrating the coexistence of good and evil within the same entity. more

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Sebastian Haffner
Sebastian Haffner

Sebastian Haffner, a German journalist born on December 27, 1907, and died on January 2, 1999, is renowned for his profound insights into the history of Nazi Germany and his steadfast defense of democratic values. more

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